Job Description

Job Title: Designer, Women’s Outerwear

Location: New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District (On-Site)

Department: Design – Women’s Outerwear

Reports To: Director of Design

About G-III Apparel Group:

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Designer, Women’s Outerwear with strong technical and creative capabilities to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing seasonal collections, from initial concept through to final production, with a keen eye for trend research and a strong command of Illustrator for flats and tech packs. This role will collaborate across functions to bring innovative, trend-right, and commercially viable products to market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create detailed flat sketches and comprehensive tech packs using Adobe Illustrator for all product classifications.
• Maintain daily communication with overseas offices and internal cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product development.
• Manage multiple seasonal collections simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables are accurate and on time.
• Organize and maintain digital and physical files for specs, development packages, and approvals.
• Develop and source seasonal fabric qualities in partnership with overseas vendors.
• Conduct trend research and gather inspiration from magazines, vintage archives, retail markets, and online resources.
• Translate market trends into relevant design and styling concepts.
• Collaborate with merchandising and production teams to ensure alignment on pricing, SKU counts, and product mix.
• Track and manage the development calendar, setting and meeting key deadlines.
• Conduct fittings and partner with technical design to ensure proper fit and execution of styles.
• Support seasonal concept development and contribute to the overall design direction.
• Provide clear direction and feedback to graphic designers and design assistants throughout development.
• Create and maintain design boards, CADs, and line sheets to support seasonal presentations and assortments.

Who You Are:

• A highly creative designer with both technical precision and trend awareness.
• A proactive collaborator who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• A strong communicator with the ability to present and articulate design concepts.
• A detail-oriented problem solver who can balance creativity with commercial goals.
• A strategic thinker with awareness of consumer behavior and market positioning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Women’s Outerwear Design, with a strong portfolio showcasing versatility across silhouettes and materials.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Exceptional sketching skills and ability to translate concepts into clear, technical illustrations.
• Solid understanding of specification and tech pack process from design through production.
• Strong commercial awareness with understanding of price points, margins, and financial impact of design decisions.
• Experience designing across multiple market levels, including high street, bridge, and high-end/luxury.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and leadership.
• Keen eye for emerging trends, styling details, and consumer preferences, with ability to apply insights to product design.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• PTO and company holidays.
• Employee discounts.

The pay range for this position is: $70,000 – $80,000 per year.

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

G-III Apparel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. |

• G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.

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