Senior Designer, DKNY Men's Outerwear

New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)

Vice President of Design

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Designer to join our DKNY Men's Outerwear team. This role will lead the design and development of contemporary outerwear collections that reflect the DKNY brand aesthetic while balancing creativity, trend, and commercial success. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of men's outerwear, exceptional design and technical skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to execute fashion-forward collections from concept through production.

• Lead the design and development of the DKNY Men's Outerwear collection from initial concept through final approved prototypes.
• Research current and emerging fashion trends, fabrics, trims, colors, silhouettes, and market direction to establish seasonal concepts aligned with the DKNY brand aesthetic.
• Develop cohesive, fashion-forward outerwear collections including wool coats, puffers, trenches, bombers, quilted jackets, and other outerwear categories.
• Create detailed sketches, CADs, and comprehensive technical packages with a strong understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrication, and finishing.
• Communicate seasonal design concepts and development direction to overseas factories, requesting initial mock-ups and prototype samples.
• Review prototypes, attend fittings, evaluate garment construction, and communicate revisions using annotated sketches, specifications, and fit comments.
• Partner closely with Merchandising, Production, Technical Design, Product Development, and Sales to ensure design integrity and successful product execution.
• Source seasonal fabrics, trims, hardware, linings, and embellishments while managing development approvals with overseas vendors.
• Evaluate collection performance throughout development and refine styles to support seasonal merchandising objectives and SKU targets.
• Mentor junior members of the Design team while managing multiple projects and maintaining seasonal development calendars.

• A creative design leader with a passion for contemporary men's outerwear and a strong eye for detail.
• A strategic thinker who balances innovation with commercial awareness.
• A collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• An effective communicator who builds strong relationships with cross-functional teams and overseas partners.
• A self-starter who takes initiative, inspires others, and drives projects from concept to completion.

• Bachelor's or technical degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• 8–10+ years of professional apparel design experience.
• Extensive experience designing men's fashion outerwear, including wool coats, puffers, bombers, trenches, quilted styles, and other outerwear categories.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong hand sketching, CAD, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of garment construction, pattern development, fit, fabrication, and the product development process.
• Experience working in a high SKU-count environment.
• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors.
• Strong trend forecasting abilities and the ability…