Senior Sweater Designer

Responsibilities

• Design & Concept Development
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  Lead seasonal sweater design from concept through production handoff. Research and interpret fashion trends, yarn developments, and knit techniques. Develop trend boards, color stories, and knit direction tailored to retailer needs. Design across categories including pullovers, cardigans, sweater dresses, novelty knits, and fashion basics. Create detailed flat sketches and CADs that clearly communicate stitch patterns, gauge, and construction.
• Retailer & Customer Focus
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  Design product aligned with retailer strategies, target customers, and price points. Partner with merchandising to build cohesive assortments. Present concepts and seasonal direction to internal teams and buyers. Adapt designs based on feedback and evolving business needs.
• Development Collaboration
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  Work closely with product development and overseas vendors to ensure design feasibility. Review samples and provide clear comments on stitch execution, fit, and construction. Participate in fittings and proto reviews. Ensure designs meet quality, cost, and calendar expectations.
• Leadership & Mentorship
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  Provide guidance to junior designers or associates as needed. Contribute to overall knitwear innovation and design direction. Support a collaborative and solutions‑oriented team environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 5–8+ years of sweater/knitwear design experience, preferably in women’s private label.
• Strong expertise in yarns, stitches, gauges, and knit construction.
• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Understanding of private label retail environments.
• Ability to design within cost parameters.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management.
• Experience working with overseas factories and development timelines.

Compensation/Benefits
Approximate annual base salary range: $90,000.00 - $. Salary may vary based on role requirements and experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and company holidays.

As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all applicants regardless of gender, age, religion, marital status, race, sexual orientation, disability, disease, pregnancy, or trade union and/or political affiliation, and disregard all factors deemed inappropriate by local law and the International Labor Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.