Director, Men’s Design

Position Summary

Faherty is entering a defining new chapter. The brand is evolving from its coastal roots into the Men’s Advanced Contemporary space—an elevated, European-influenced aesthetic defined by world-class materials, refined construction, and a relaxed-but-tailored fit philosophy, all grounded in the coastal spirit at the heart of the brand.

What You’ll Do

• Creative Leadership & Product Direction
  Lead the end-to-end creative direction of Men’s product across all categories
  Translate seasonal concept and brand direction into clear product strategy and design POV
  Drive innovation in silhouette, proportion, fabrication, and details-first design thinking
  Refined and elevated product through structured design reviews and critique
  Translate feedback from leadership into actionable design direction

• Team Leadership & Development
  Lead, mentor, and develop the Men’s design team across categories
  Set creative standards and expectations for design output and execution
  Guide designers in translating concept into differentiated, high-quality product
  Build internal capability and foster growth across the team
  Manage the design calendar and oversee the team’s day-to-day priorities to ensure all design milestones are met

• Design Process & Organizational Development
  Partner with Design Operations to build and maintain a structured, milestone-driven design process
  Drive efficiency and clarity across development cycles
  Strengthen concept-to-product translation throughout the design process
  Embed a details-first approach to design and product development
  Support a 360° approach to assortment building, ensuring cohesive product stories

• Mercandising & Cross-Functional Partnership
  Partner closely with Merchandising to ensure assortments align with financial targets and IMU goals
  Support development of product that meets both DTC and Wholesale needs and ensure critical milestones and deliverables are met
  Collaborate on assortment architecture, key franchises, and growth opportunities
  Align design direction with commercial viability while maintaining brand integrity
  Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Production, and Marketing

• Key Looks & Brand Expression
  Define seasonal Key Looks that connect concept to product and storytelling
  Achieve alignment between product, campaign, and brand expression
  Partner with Marketing on campaign and e-commerce styling direction
  Participate in on-set creative direction for key moments as needed

What You’ll Have

• 8+ years of experience in Men’s design, with leadership experience
  Strong understanding of both creative design and commercial product strategy
  Proven ability to lead and develop design teams
  Experience building and evolving design processes within a growing organization
  Strong knowledge of materials, construction, and product development
  Ability to balance creative vision with business and financial objectives

Pay

We aim to pay competitively for our size and industry. The base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $190,000 USD, but we will consider location, skill level and experience to determine the final offer.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(K) Plan with company match
• Incentives Program
• Commuter Options/Benefits
• Generous employee discount

About the Company

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A bit about us: Founded in 2013 by Mike and Alex Faherty and Kerry Docherty, Faherty is a family-run lifestyle and apparel brand fueled by purpose and optimism. Our goal: to build a new American legacy by creating high-quality, sustainably minded, feel-good favorites that will bring you joy to wear. We feel a deep responsibility to do things differently: to promise comfort without compromising quality. To hold ourselves to a higher standard with a lower environmental impact. To leave the world a better place than we found it. We recognize the impact the fashion industry has on the world, and we’re dedicated to learning how to be better stewards of the planet. We believe the power of conversation and connection can make real change, and we’re committed to supporting people and organizations doing work that we believe in. Our passionate leadership team comes from different backgrounds but share a singular goal: to deliver on our promise of comfort and craftsmanship. To work side-by-side in a collaborative, energetic, and creative environment every day, like the family we are. We welcome everyone — and we mean everyone. We believe a diversity of viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds only serve to make our team stronger, which is why we strongly encourage those from historically and systemically marginalized communities to apply: BIPOC, women, and people in the LGBTQIA+ community, to name a few. We strive to lead consciously, bravely, and inclusively — and to reflect those values in our work.

Company Values

• Always Innovate
  Constantly seek creative ways to improve and drive forward.

• Bring Day One passion, energy, and grit to every challenge, iterating relentlessly to exceed expectations.

• Move forward as one with a shared purpose, All Together, fostering inclusivity and collaboration across teams.

• Harness the Power of Positivity, even when things get tough, we’re leading with optimism and resilience in every interaction with our team, customers, and communities.

• Deliver with a Timeless focus, ensuring quality and long-term impact in all efforts.

• Remain compassionate. Stay focused. Seek joy.