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Menswear Designer
Company | Li & Fung |
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Location | New York, NY, USA |
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Salary | $90000 – $100000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | |
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Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in menswear design, with a strong concentration in woven dress shirts.
- Advanced knowledge of shirting construction, pattern-making fundamentals, fabric behavior, and finishing techniques.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and relevant CAD tools.
- Strong trend research and market analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into successful product.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct market research to identify key trends in silhouettes, fabrics, trims, and finishes specific to men’s shirting.
- Develop seasonal concepts and collections aligned with brand identity and commercial goals.
- Create detailed sketches, CADs, and technical packages to communicate design intent clearly to cross-functional teams.
- Maintain a balanced approach to creativity and commercial viability within the woven shirt category.
- Lead the design process from initial concept through to final sample, maintaining adherence to development timelines and brand quality standards.
- Collaborate closely with technical design and production teams to refine fit, construction, fabrications, and wash techniques.
- Source and develop fabrics, trims, and finishes that elevate the product and support differentiation in the market.
- Ensure product designs meet margin and costing targets without compromising design integrity.
- Partner with merchandising, sales, and sourcing teams to align assortments with customer needs and business objectives.
- Incorporate feedback from internal partners and market data to evolve future designs and strategies.
- Liaise with overseas teams to ensure accurate sample execution and timely product development.
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.