Permanent We’ve been part of the fabric of Canada’s fashion landscape since 1926, and today, we’re elevating our iconic brands – Reitmans, RW&CO;, and PENN. Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all. Withclose to400 stores nationwide andcollections designedright here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience.

A transparent vision, unwavering commitment to our customers, and the passion of our thousands of employees across the country. Great design starts with a point of view — and the right material can change everything.

As Senior

Designer, Concept for the PENN.Penningtons brand , you’ll help shape what’s next, bringing together concept, fabric, color, innovation and product. You’ll be the Design team’s material expert and creative connector — someone who understands where fashion is going, what our customer will want next, and how recent fabrics, yarns, textures, finishes and techniques can unlock new possibilities. Working closely with the Design Director, Senior Designers, Global Sourcing, you’ll connect creative ambition with material innovation and production expertise.

This is a role for someone with a strong fashion instinct, deep textile knowledge and genuine curiosity about what’s next. Define the Material Vision Penningtons brand’s seasonal and long-term direction across fabrics, yarns, trims, textures and craftsmanship. Partner with the Design Director and Senior Designers to bring brand DNA and seasonal stories to life through material.

Stay ahead of textile innovation,



new technologies and emerging mill capabilities — and turn them into opportunities for the brand. Partner with the Design Director and Senior Designers to shape seasonal concepts from research through rollout. Build compelling concept previews, seasonal strategies and creative presentations.

Identify macro and micro trends that matter to our customer and translate them into relevant ideas. Bring newness through material, color, texture, craftsmanship and emerging techniques. Create a clear creative thread from inspiration to product.

Connect

Design + Global Sourcing Lead the Design team’s material partnership with Global Sourcing. Consolidate material needs across categories and turn them into clear, actionable sourcing briefs. Communicate creative direction and product needs clearly with international partners.

Identify priorities early to support development, sampling, costing and production. Be a source of material knowledge, inspiration and new thinking for the Design team. Bring clarity and a solid point of view to design reviews and presentations.

Help create a culture where knowledge fuels creativity.

The Intelligence You Bring

Penningtons customer. Textile + Material — You understand how fabric feels, behaves,



performs and transforms a garment. Color — You understand how color, material, texture and finish work together. Silhouette — You know fabric and fit are inseparable, and how material influences drape, structure, movement and proportion.

Customer — You understand their lifestyle, expectations and what will make product feel new, desirable and right for them. Degree or diploma in Fashion Design or a related field. ~8+ years of fashion design experience, with expertise in fabrics, textiles and apparel development. ~ Strong fashion instinct, creative point of view and understanding of fit and silhouette. ~ Bilingual in French and English, with strong communication and presentation skills. ~ Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.

Versatile Time

Off* : Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones. Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team Growth opportunities* : Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals. *Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract. The use of Artificial Intelligence may be used for candidate screening purposes.

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📌 Senior Designer, Textiles & Material Innovation (Montreal)
🏢 Reitmans ( Canada
📍 Montreal