Vice President, Men’s Design – RTW

Michael Kors•NY Metro Area, NY

2d•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Michael Kors is seeking a visionary menswear design leader with a refined, modern aesthetic and a deep understanding of the global men’s fashion landscape. The ideal candidate will bring a strong, recognizable point of view across all men’s ready-to-wear categories, excelling at translating cultural trends, brand DNA, and customer insights into elevated, commercially compelling product. This role thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, leading with clarity, inspiration, and strategic intent, and requires a collaborative partner who works seamlessly across design, production, and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Menswear, or a related field
15+ years of progressive experience in men’s ready-to-wear design, with senior leadership responsibility
Deep expertise across all men’s RTW categories, including tailoring, outerwear, sportswear, and knits
Strong understanding of the global luxury / accessible luxury menswear market
Proven ability to translate brand DNA into modern, commercially relevant design
Exceptional communication, presentation, and executive influencing skills
Ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment
Willingness to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

A distinctive, modern menswear design point of view aligned with the Michael Kors brand
Experience designing for global markets across multiple regions
Strong material, fabric, and construction knowledge
A leadership style that inspires creativity and builds trust across teams
Passion for mentoring and developing design talent

Responsibilities

Set and lead the global creative vision for all Michael Kors Men’s Ready-to-Wear categories.
Own the full design process from concept development through final execution, ensuring aesthetic excellence and brand consistency.
Develop seasonal concepts including silhouette direction, fabric innovation, color palettes, trims, and construction details.
Create cohesive, compelling collections that reflect the Michael Kors brand while pushing innovation and modernity.
Lead fabric research, material development, and sourcing in partnership with mills and vendors.
Present seasonal concepts, sketches, prototypes, and final collections to executive leadership with strong storytelling and strategic clarity.
Partner closely with Production and Technical Design to ensure design integrity, fit consistency, and quality standards.
Collaborate with Planning, Sales, and Merchandising partners to ensure design intent aligns with business opportunities.
Work with global vendors and factories to drive innovation, craftsmanship, and timely execution.
Ensure all categories—tailoring, outerwear, sportswear, knits, denim, and special projects—are cohesive and aligned with seasonal direction.
Maintain a deep understanding of competitive landscape, cultural trends, and emerging design influences to inform future collections.
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and workflows to enhance creativity and efficiency.
Champion innovation in materials, construction techniques, sustainability, and product functionality.
Ensure all design deliverables meet calendar deadlines and quality expectations.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing men’s design team across all RTW categories.
Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability.
Provide clear direction, actionable feedback, and long-term development support for emerging design talent.
Build strong partnerships across regions and functions, modeling a collaborative and culturally aware leadership style.