Senior Sweater Designer

About the role

We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior Sweater Designer to lead the design and development of women’s private label sweater collections. This role is responsible for creating trend-relevant, customer-focused sweater assortments that align with retailer needs, target customers, and price architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design & Concept Development
  • Lead seasonal sweater design from concept through production handoff.
  • Research and interpret fashion trends, yarn developments, and knit techniques.
  • Develop trend boards, color stories, and knit direction tailored to retailer needs.
  • Design across categories including pullovers, cardigans, sweater dresses, novelty knits, and fashion basics.
  • Create detailed flat sketches and CADs that clearly communicate stitch patterns, gauge, and construction.
• Retailer & Customer Focus
  • Design product aligned with retailer strategies, target customers, and price points.
  • Partner with merchandising to build cohesive assortments.
  • Present concepts and seasonal direction to internal teams and buyers.
  • Adapt designs based on feedback and evolving business needs.
• Development Collaboration
  • Work closely with product development and overseas vendors to ensure design feasibility.
  • Review samples and provide clear comments on stitch execution, fit, and construction.
  • Participate in fittings and proto reviews.
  • Ensure designs meet quality, cost, and calendar expectations.
• Leadership & Mentorship
  • Provide guidance to junior designers or associates as needed.
  • Contribute to overall knitwear innovation and design direction.
  • Support a collaborative and solutions-oriented team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• 5–8+ years of sweater/knitwear design experience, preferably in women’s private label.
• Strong expertise in yarns, stitches, gauges, and knit construction.
• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Understanding of private label retail environments.
• Ability to design within cost parameters.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management.
• Experience working with overseas factories and development timelines.

Pay

The approximate annual base salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $135,000.00. The offered salary or salary range for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Company holidays.