Senior Designer - Men's Woven (NYC)

Our Customer is an American worldwise clothing and accessories retailer, founded in 1969. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands. Their clothes are availabile in 90 countries worldwide through over 3,100 company-operated stores, almost 400 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites and is still growing.

We are seeking a Men's Woven Senior Designer on a contract basis to support their business needs. This role is on-site in NYC.

Responsibilities:

• Research global markets to identify seasonal trends, silhouettes, fabrics, techniques, and competitive insights, with a focus on outerwear and shirting
• Analyze market trends and translate insights into actionable design concepts and opportunities
• Develop concepts, sketches, and CADs for mainline collections and present ideas to leadership
• Maintain and assemble presentation boards for internal and external reviews using tools such as Miro and CAD platforms
• Partner with merchandising, production, technical design, sourcing, and marketing teams to ensure seamless execution from concept to market
• Collaborate with production and technical design teams to create tech packs and communicate design intent, fit, and quality standards
• Track and follow up on design development for each style to ensure timely execution
• Participate in weekly fittings to ensure product meets design, fit, and quality expectations
• Support and lead key design initiatives and product development efforts
• Contribute to a customer-focused, trend-forward design approach with a strong point of view

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in fashion or product design with a focus on apparel
• Strong ability to research and interpret global fashion trends
• Proficiency in sketching, CAD design, and digital presentation tools
• Experience creating tech packs and working closely with production and technical teams
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and fabric selection
• Ability to manage multiple design projects and timelines
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Collaborative mindset with experience working across cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and execution

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements). Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.