Denim Designer

Li & Fung•New York, NY

3d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and detail-oriented Denim Designer to join our growing team. This role will work directly alongside the Director to support the design, development, and execution of denim-driven collections across multiple brands and retail channels. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in denim design and product development, with a deep understanding of denim fabrications, washes, fits, garment construction, and market trends. This individual must thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and be highly organized, capable of working independently, and confident managing daily responsibilities and communication when the Director is traveling for customer presentations and development meetings.

Requirements

5–7+ years of denim design and product development experience
Strong understanding of denim fabrications, washes, laundry techniques, garment construction, and fit
Experience developing denim bottoms, jackets, skirts, and related categories
Proven experience creating tech packs and working directly with overseas factories, laundries, and vendors
Strong knowledge of denim trends, competitive landscape, and customer positioning
Proficient in AI platforms, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Strong eye for trend, styling, details, and elevated product execution
Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
Self-starter with a positive attitude and strong sense of ownership

Nice To Haves

Experience developing denim collections for private label, branded, and licensed apparel programs
Strong understanding of denim wash development, garment dyeing, and laundry techniques
Presentation deck and trend board creation experience
Experience reviewing wash developments and laundry submissions
Understanding of both elevated fashion denim and commercial denim markets

Responsibilities

Support the Director in the creation and execution of seasonal denim and denim-inspired apparel collections
Research and identify emerging denim trends, washes, fabric innovations, fits, silhouettes, and market opportunities
Build compelling trend, concept, wash, and customer presentation decks
Develop seasonal denim assortments and garment concepts for various brands and customers
Partner closely with fabric mills, laundries, overseas factories, and vendors throughout the development process
Create and maintain technical packages (tech packs) with accurate garment details, construction information, wash instructions, and fit specifications
Review denim wash developments, laundry submissions, and garment samples, providing detailed comments on wash, fit, construction, handfeel, and overall aesthetic
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product execution aligns with customer expectations, trend direction, and brand positioning
Organize and track development calendars, sample flow, approvals, and presentation needs
Support fabric, trim, and wash development initiatives to drive innovation and commercial success
Maintain strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects simultaneously
Independently oversee and support daily denim department responsibilities when needed