Design Director, Sweaters
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Before you apply
Salary$175k
LocationNew York, New York, United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience8+ yrs
DepartmentNYC Alliance
Company size201–500 people
PostedApr 16, 2026 · 6mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field
8+ years of design experience, with a strong focus on sweaters/knitwear
Proven experience leading and developing design teams
Strong expertise in knit construction, yarn development, and sweater engineering
Ability to translate brand vision into commercially successful knitwear collections
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Excellent understanding of garment fit, construction, and manufacturing processes specific to knitwear
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Skills
Adobe Illustrator
Photoshop
Microsoft Office
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Medical
Dental
Vision
Federal savings account (fsa)
Retirement savings plan match
Summer fridays
Discounts
About the role
NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Design Director to lead the Women’s Sweaters category across the discount channel business. This role will oversee the creative development of knitwear collections, driving innovation in yarns, stitches, and silhouettes while ensuring alignment with brand identity and customer needs. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knit expertise with a sharp fashion perspective and a deep understanding of the contemporary market.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
• Establish and drive the creative vision and seasonal direction for the Women’s Sweaters category
• Design and develop trend-driven knitwear, with a focus on yarn development, stitch innovation, and silhouette evolution
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers, promoting creativity, collaboration, and high-quality execution
• Partner with Product Development, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to deliver cohesive assortments that meet brand and business goals
• Research and interpret market trends, yarn technologies, and knit techniques to inform design direction
• Oversee the creation of detailed tech packs, including knit specifications, gauge, stitch construction, and yarn details
• Participate in fittings, providing guidance on fit, proportion, and knit construction to ensure optimal garment performance
• Collaborate closely with mills and vendors to develop exclusive yarns and innovative knit structures
• Manage timelines and workflow to support on-time development and production
Requirements
•Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field
• 8+ years of design experience, with a strong focus on sweaters/knitwear
• Proven experience leading and developing design teams
• Strong expertise in knit construction, yarn development, and sweater engineering
• Ability to translate brand vision into commercially successful knitwear collections
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent understanding of garment fit, construction, and manufacturing processes specific to knitwear
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Benefits
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Competitive compensation packages
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Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
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Retirement Savings Plan Match
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Summer Fridays
•
Discounts and More!
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Annual Salary $175,000
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The offered salary for this position will vary based on role requirements determined by NYC Alliance, skill set and years of experience.