SENIOR ASSOCIATE DESIGNER - Men's Constructed Sportswear - Remote

Solomon Page Fashion & Beauty; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a creative Men’s Senior Associate Designer to join their team, focusing on tailored sportswear. This exciting role involves developing innovative designs, collaborating with international teams, and ensuring alignment with market trends. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical design skills and a keen sense of fashion trends. With the flexibility of remote work and opportunities for travel, this position offers a dynamic environment where your creativity can thrive. If you are passionate about fashion and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Men’s fashion/apparel design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PLM software.
• Strong understanding of garment construction and fabrics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating trend-right designs across multiple categories.
• Develop sketches, CADs, and technical flats with attention to fit.
• Collaborate with international teams to adapt designs to the US market.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

PLM software

Garment construction knowledge

Trend awareness

Technical design knowledge

Fabric development skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

SENIOR ASSOCIATE DESIGNER - Men's Constructed Sportswear - Remote

Location: New York, New York

Country: United States

Region: NY Metro

Reference Number: 332145

Position type: Permanent

Category: Apparel

Job Function: Design - Fashion / Product

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 Per Year

Level: Mid to Senior Level

Overview

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Men’s Senior Associate Designer to work within the tailored sportswear category. The ideal candidate will have experience with constructed jackets, outerwear, shirts, and trousers. This role requires a strong sense of trend awareness, technical design knowledge, and fabric development skills. The candidate must be able to travel to fabric mills and client accounts, presenting to Buying/Merchandising and Product Development teams to bring seasonal concepts to life, ensuring alignment with brand identity and market trends. This position can be based in NYC or remotely, with frequent travel required both nationally and overseas.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in creating trend-right, brand-appropriate designs across multiple categories.
2. Develop sketches, CADs, and technical flats, paying attention to fit, construction, and fabrications.
3. Collaborate with international teams to adapt designs to the US market.
4. Research market trends, competitors, and customer preferences to guide design decisions.
5. Participate in fittings, recommending garment adjustments and improvements.
6. Work with fabric and trim teams to select materials that meet design and cost requirements.
7. Contribute to seasonal color palettes and print development.
8. Maintain fabric and trim libraries.
9. Coordinate with merchandising, product development, and production teams for design feasibility and cost efficiency.
10. Communicate design concepts to vendors and manufacturers, ensuring sample accuracy.
11. Review lab dips, strike-offs, and trims for color and material consistency.
12. Create and manage detailed tech packs for vendors.
13. Organize and update all design files, sketches, and tech packs.
14. Participate in fittings, approvals, and meetings to track project progress and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Men’s fashion/apparel design, focusing on tailored/constructed wear-to-work categories.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PLM software.
• Ability to produce detailed technical flats, CADs, and tech packs.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, washes, and trims.
• Knowledge of current fashion trends, market landscape, and retail environment.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and experience working collaboratively across teams.