Associate Footwear Designer

About the ALDO Group 

Specializing in stylish and accessible footwear, handbags, and accessories, the ALDO Group has been around for more than 50 years. With over 1,500 stores in more than 100 countries, we operate under two signature brands, ALDO and Call It Spring, and we are the core footwear partner for Sperry in North America. The ALDO Group is also an industry-recognized wholesale licensed partner, specializing in the design, sourcing, and distribution of fashion footwear, handbags, and accessories. Our diverse portfolio includes household brands such as ROXY, Brooks Brothers, Ted Baker, Hunter, and G.H.BASS. In addition to our head office in Montreal, the ALDO Group maintains international offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.aldogroup.com. 

Enjoy meaningful recognition, flexible work options, great on‑site perks, generous discounts, and the pride of being part of a brand that leads with people, the planet, and its partners at heart.  

Responsibilities​:
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• Assist in seasonal sketching, tech packs, PLM entries, and material mapping.​
• Execute day-to-day CAD updates, color-ups, and file organization. ​
• Contribute to trend and market research, helping build seasonal inspiration boards.​
• Support design product creation and presentation decks. ​
• Collaborate cross-functionally with development, sourcing, and product teams. ​
• Maintain clean, organized, and consistent digital files. ​

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Requirements:​

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Design is preferred.​
• 1-2 years’ experience in design or strong internship equivalent. ​
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop and CAD tools.​
• Strong sketching and Illustrator skills, with attention to proportion and construction details.​
• Ability to manage your own workflow across multiple deadlines and product drops.​
• A passion for product and a curiosity for how things are made.​
• A collaborative, positive attitude and strong attention to detail.​
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative within a supportive team structure.​
• Knowledge of trend and consumer behavior a plus.​
• Must have strong organization and communication skills.​

Building a culture of belonging 

We firmly believe that the diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and identities is a fundamental strength of the ALDO Group. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and equitable work environment where everyone can reach their full potential and find their fit.