Senior Design Manager, Women's Knitwear

PVH•New York, NY

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Design Manager for Women's Knitwear, you will play a key role in leading the design process and creating essential, captivating and trendsetting knitwear collections for women. Your responsibilities will involve translating creative visions into practical designs, overseeing the development of knitwear, and ensuring that the products align with the brand's aesthetic, quality standards, and customer preferences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior designers, and contribute to the brand's success in the women's knitwear market. As a Senior Design Manager for Women's Knitwear, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the brand's knitwear collections and contribute to its success in the fashion market.

Requirements

Minimum of 7-10 years of related design experience
Bachelor’s Degree in related field required
Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or in an experienced design role within women's knitwear
Strong portfolio showcasing your creative and technical design skills in women's knitwear.
Proficiency in design software and tools like Adobe Creative Suite.
In-depth knowledge of knitwear trends, yarns construction techniques, and patternmaking.
Detail-oriented with a strong eye for aesthetics and quality.
Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize and develop creative and innovative designs for women's knitwear, ranging from perfecting our essential wardrobe staples to innovative, trend driven seasonal collections.
Stay updated with the latest fashion trends, colors, fabrications, silhouettes and innovation relevant to women's knitwear.
Collaborate with the design team and the design director to create seasonal knitwear collections that align with the brand's vision and market demands.
Present design concepts and storyboards to internal stakeholders, including merchandisers and executives.
Work closely with product developers and technical designers to create detailed tech packs and design specifications for knitwear prototypes and production.
Ensure that the fit and construction of all knitwear meet high-quality standards and customer expectations.
Understand and maintain the brand's aesthetic and design language in all women's knitwear products.
Collaborate with the brand team to ensure consistent storytelling and branding across knitwear collections.
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation in the women's knitwear market.
Explore new yarns, finishes, branding and design techniques to enhance knitwear designs.
Effectively communicate design concepts and ideas to team members and stakeholders, fostering a cohesive and creative work environment.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product developers, merchandisers, and suppliers, to ensure seamless execution of design concepts.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, nurturing their professional growth and creativity.
Collaborate with the design team to ensure a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive pay
bonus programs
best in class medical insurance
vision insurance
dental insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
An above-market 401(k) contribution
Generous company-paid holidays
paid time off
hybrid working arrangements
volunteer opportunities
seasonal hours
flexible work schedules
Headspace membership
reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions
opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities
Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
tuition reimbursement
Associate Discount