Senior Designer, Men's

NYC Alliance Company•New York, NY

11d•$110,000

About The Position

NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking a highly creative and strategic Senior Designer, Men's to lead the design and development of innovative, trend-driven men’s collections. This role requires a strong design vision, deep fabric knowledge, and the ability to execute across multiple distribution tiers—from value-driven retail to department stores and specialty boutiques. The ideal candidate is both visionary and hands-on, with the ability to translate trend insights into commercially successful product.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in men’s apparel design, with demonstrated ownership of categories or seasonal collections
Strong portfolio showcasing trend-forward yet commercially successful product
Deep understanding of fabric construction, sourcing, and performance attributes
Proven experience designing for multiple retail tiers (value, department store, specialty/boutique)
Proficiency in PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Strong technical knowledge of garment construction, fit development, and manufacturing processes
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple seasons and deadlines simultaneously
Strong communication and leadership skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to balance creativity and business objectives

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of seasonal men’s collections aligned with brand strategy and customer targets
Drive concept development, trend research, color direction, fabric/yarn selection, and silhouette innovation
Translate market research and competitive analysis into commercially viable product assortments
Design across multiple distribution channels, ensuring appropriate execution for value market, mid-tier, and better retailers
Create detailed technical sketches, tech packs, and spec sheets to support accurate production execution
Oversee fittings, provide construction guidance, and ensure superior fit and quality standards
Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Production, Sales, and Merchandising to meet margin, timeline, and quality goals
Communicate directly with mills, suppliers, and overseas factories to ensure fabric integrity, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery
Mentor and support junior designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Maintain strong knowledge of fabrications, yarns, wash techniques, trims, and garment construction processes