Design Director - Sweaters

Li & Fung; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a visionary Design Director to lead their Sweater categories. This exciting role involves driving seasonal creative direction, overseeing sweater design and development, and mentoring a talented team. You will be the creative voice in customer engagements, ensuring that the brand's identity shines through every design. If you have a passion for fashion and a strong background in sweater design, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence trends and make a significant impact in the industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company Holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of design experience focused on sweaters.
• Proven leadership in managing high-performing design teams.
• Strong presentation skills in customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead trend research and design of sweaters across all genders.
• Mentor the design team, fostering creativity and innovation.
• Manage design budget and ensure timely delivery of projects.

Skills

Design Leadership

Trend Research

Presentation Skills

Time Management

Stitch Development

Yarn Sourcing

Garment Construction

Customer Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Are you a movement maker? Are you seeking new and exciting career opportunities? Here is what you need to know about the job:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Design Director to lead our Sweater categories. This role will drive the seasonal creative direction, oversee all aspects of sweater design and development, and serve as a key leader both internally and externally. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in sweaters, a strong sense of trend and brand identity, and the ability to inspire and guide a team while directly engaging with customers and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead trend research, development, and design of sweaters across all genders, ensuring a cohesive and forward-thinking aesthetic.
• Prepare and present seasonal concepts, collections, and design strategies in all key internal and customer-facing meetings.
• Oversee all ‘front of the house’ customer engagement, acting as the creative voice and design lead in buyer and partner presentations.
• Mentor and lead the design team, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
• Develop and maintain the brand’s identity and aesthetic, ensuring consistency across all sweater designs.
• Manage the design budget and allocation of resources to meet business and creative goals.
• Select and develop stitches, yarns, and techniques that support the seasonal design vision and meet commercial needs.
• Conduct ongoing competitive analysis and market research to inform design direction and identify whitespace opportunities.
• Establish and maintain design timelines and key milestones across all sweater design projects to ensure timely delivery.
• Build and foster strong relationships with external vendors and manufacturing partners, ensuring quality and innovation throughout the development process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 10+ years of design experience with a strong focus on sweaters across men’s and women’s categories.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing design teams.
• Expertise in stitch development, yarn sourcing, garment construction, and sweater production.
• Strong presentation skills with experience in customer-facing roles.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a track record of meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design tools.
• Strong understanding of the off-price, branded, and licensing markets is a plus.

Compensation/Benefits:

• The approximate annual base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 - $130,000.00, which can vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and company holidays.

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