Design Director, Men’s Denim

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Denim Execution
• Drive seasonal design direction for Men’s Denim and some White Label in alignment with the Head of Men’s Design
• Translate overarching brand vision into a clear and differentiated product assortment
• Own Denim & Lifestyle Expansion
• Lead design across denim, including fit, fabric, and wash innovation
• Expand the denim lifestyle into shirting, knitwear, outerwear, accessories, and third pieces
• Build a cohesive wardrobe system rooted in American sportswear, workwear, and denim-first styling
• Product Creation & Development
• Oversee the design process from concept through final development
• Partner closely with product development, sourcing, and merchandising to ensure design integrity and execution
• Elevate fabrication, construction, and finishing techniques across categories
• Support Brand Expression
• Execute a distinct visual and product language for White Label within the broader men’s strategy
• Ensure consistency across product, styling, and seasonal storytelling
• Team Leadership
• Lead and develop a growing design team
• Provide clear direction, feedback, and mentorship to drive creative and technical excellence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with merchandising to align on category growth and business objectives
• Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to support go-to-market storytelling

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of men’s design experience, with a strong focus on denim and casual lifestyle
• Proven experience owning a category or leading a business segment within a contemporary or premium brand
• Deep knowledge of denim fabrication, wash development, and garment construction
• Strong ability to translate creative direction into commercially successful product
• Experience working within a larger creative structure while owning execution
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• A designer with a clear, confident point of view, grounded in product
• Someone who understands how to build a denim-led wardrobe system, not just individual pieces
• A leader who can bring focus, discipline, and consistency to a growing category
• A strong executor who thrives within a collaborative, top-down creative structure