NYC Alliance Company LLC is seeking an experienced and visionary Design Director to lead the Women's Soft Wovens category across our private label businesses. This role is responsible for setting the creative direction and driving the end-to-end design process, from concept through final production, ensuring all product aligns with brand aesthetics, customer expectations, and evolving market trends. The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of creativity and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate insights into compelling, market-relevant collections. This leader will play a critical role in shaping seasonal strategies, elevating product quality, and fostering innovation, while mentoring and developing a high-performing design team. Working cross-functionally, the Design Director will ensure cohesive brand storytelling and deliver product that meets both creative and business objectives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the overall design vision and seasonal strategy for the Women's Soft Wovens category
Develop innovative, trend-forward product that resonates with target customers and meets commercial objectives
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, fostering creativity while maintaining high standards of execution
Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Merchandising, and Marketing to ensure cohesive storytelling and brand alignment
Analyze market trends, fabrics, and emerging techniques, translating insights into actionable design direction
Oversee the creation of tech packs, spec sheets, and production-ready documentation with accuracy and efficiency
Participate in fittings, providing expert direction on garment construction, fit, and overall product refinement

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field
8+ years of design experience, with a strong background soft wovens
Proven success leading and developing high-performing design teams
Strong ability to interpret and execute brand identity across multiple product lines
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Deep knowledge of garment construction, fit, and manufacturing processes
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
Retirement Savings Plan Match
Summer Fridays
Discounts and More!
Annual Salary $175,000
The offered salary for this position will vary based on role requirements determined by NYC Alliance, skill set and years of experience

NYC Alliance

Open Positions

Design Director, Soft Wovens