Position Summary...

Working at Sams Club means a career without boundaries. Theres always room to grow, to take on another challenge, to roll up your sleeves and contribute, and to find professional rewards for your hard work.

Yes, we are a division of the Fortune #1 company, Walmart, Inc. But you'll quickly find that were a company that wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Sams Club is where the worlds most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our clubs. Join us and you'll discover why our company is a world leader in culture of belonging, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.

We're looking for a seasoned fit expert to lead the end-to-end fit development strategy across Men’s, Women’s, and Kids’ apparel, with a strong emphasis on 3D innovation and digital workflows. This role is perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical design, patternmaking, and cross-functional collaboration—especially in stretch-to-fit categories like leggings and shapewear. You'll be the architect of fit standards and processes, driving quality, consistency, and member satisfaction while influencing product excellence and business performance. If you're passionate about shaping the future of apparel fit and ready to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity. Domestic and international travel are required. This role will report into the Group Director of product development.

What you'll do...

What you'll do

• Lead the fit development strategy: Own and drive the end-to-end fit development process across Men’s, Women’s, and Kids’ apparel. Establish and evolve fit standards, fit blocks, and fit processes in alignment with product development team. 
• Champion 3D fit innovation: Leverage your expertise in 3D fitting tools and technologies (e.g., CLO, Browzwear) to streamline development, improve accuracy, and reduce lead times. 3D fit experience is a must for this role.
• Be the expert and architect: You are the go-to authority in fit. Build, refine, and elevate the fit function—creating a best-in-class process that supports quality, consistency, and member satisfaction. Apply deep knowledge of patternmaking, grading, and construction methods, especially for stretch-to-fit apparel such as leggings, bras, and shapewear.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner closely with internal teams to ensure alignment on fit standards and development goals. Communicate updates, resolve issues, and drive initiatives forward with clarity and confidence. Work with sourcing, design, product development, and factory partners to ensure manufacturability and consistency.
• Manage product specifications: Oversee the creation, approval, and lifecycle management of fit-related product specifications. Write and maintain detailed tech packs, construction standards, and prototype notes. Conduct benchmarking, manage sample assortments, and ensure all components meet quality and aesthetic standards.
• Support sourcing and compliance: Ensure sourcing documentation is accurate and complete. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain audit-ready data and support special projects as needed. Partner with vendors to resolve construction challenges and improve production readiness.
• Drive business impact: Analyze data to identify trends, inform strategy, and improve processes. Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership to enhance product offerings and drive financial performance. Engage with wear testing and research teams to validate fit and performance.
• Shape the future: This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of a critical function and shape the path forward. You’ll have the flexibility to innovate, the support to execute, and the platform to make a lasting impact.

What you'll bring

• Extensive experience in apparel technical development with a strong focus on fit, including fit standards, blocks, and processes.
• Proven expertise in 3D fitting tools and digital product development workflows (e.g., CLO, Optitex).
• Strong technical design background, including patternmaking, grading, construction methods, and tech pack creation.
• Experience working with factory vendors to ensure manufacturability and resolve construction challenges.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to build and execute a vision for fit development across multiple categories.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams and mentoring talent.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, especially in working with large retail partners like Walmart.
• Analytical and process-driven approach to problem-solving, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, CAD pattern software, and MS Office; experience with 3D tools and digital workflows is highly desired.
• Passion for product excellence and a deep understanding of member needs and expectations

This role does require domestic and international travel.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!

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- Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage

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- Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance

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- Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, or related field and 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or
related area OR 6 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Application development experience with emphasis on VBA and SQL programming languages, Creative design software, Financial modeling, Leading and completing cross-functional projects, Manufacturing, product development, or packaging, Microsoft Office, Supervisory

Masters: Arts, Masters: Business, Masters: Science

Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification, Six Sigma - Certification

Primary Location...

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America