Design Director, Sweaters

NYC Alliance Company LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA

Retirement Savings Plan Match

Summer Fridays

Discounts and More!

Job summary

A leading fashion company in New York seeks a Design Director to lead the Women's Sweaters category. This role focuses on driving innovation in knitwear collections and overseeing the creative team. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in design, particularly in sweaters and knitwear, and possesses strong technical skills in knit construction and a keen fashion sense. A competitive compensation package, including medical benefits and retirement savings, is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of design experience focused on sweaters/knitwear.
• Proven experience leading and developing design teams.
• Strong expertise in knit construction and yarn development.

Responsibilities

• Establish and drive the creative vision for Women’s Sweaters.
• Design trend-driven knitwear focusing on yarn and stitch innovation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers.

Skills

Knit construction expertise

Team leadership

Trend analysis

Adobe Illustrator

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Design Director to lead the Women’s Sweaters category across the discount channel business. This role will oversee the creative development of knitwear collections, driving innovation in yarns, stitches, and silhouettes while ensuring alignment with brand identity and customer needs. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knit expertise with a sharp fashion perspective and a deep understanding of the contemporary market.

Responsibilities

• Establish and drive the creative vision and seasonal direction for the Women’s Sweaters category
• Design and develop trend-driven knitwear, with a focus on yarn development, stitch innovation, and silhouette evolution
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers, promoting creativity, collaboration, and high-quality execution
• Partner with Product Development, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to deliver cohesive assortments that meet brand and business goals
• Research and interpret market trends, yarn technologies, and knit techniques to inform design direction
• Oversee the creation of detailed tech packs, including knit specifications, gauge, stitch construction, and yarn details
• Participate in fittings, providing guidance on fit, proportion, and knit construction to ensure optimal garment performance
• Collaborate closely with mills and vendors to develop exclusive yarns and innovative knit structures
• Manage timelines and workflow to support on-time development and production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
• 8+ years of design experience, with a strong focus on sweaters/knitwear
• Proven experience leading and developing design teams
• Strong expertise in knit construction, yarn development, and sweater engineering
• Ability to translate brand vision into commercially successful knitwear collections
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent understanding of garment fit, construction, and manufacturing processes specific to knitwear
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
• Retirement Savings Plan Match
• Summer Fridays
• Discounts and More!
• Annual Salary $175,000
• The offered salary for this position will vary based on role requirements determined by NYC Alliance, skill set and years of experience.