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vineyard vines · 23 hours ago

Senior Director, Men's Design

Stamford, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

vineyard vines is a successful American clothing and accessory retailer, and they are seeking a Senior Director, Men's Design to lead the Men’s Design team. This role is responsible for setting the overall vision and direction of men's products, ensuring alignment with the brand's identity and market trends while leading a creative team through the design process.

ApparelFashionRetailWeb Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Partner with Leadership to set and own the overall creative direction for Men’s apparel and accessories, from seasonal concept through final execution

Translate global trends, cultural insights, and market research into brand-right, wearable designs

Ensure product aligns with vineyard vines’ heritage, lifestyle positioning, and business strategy

Establish and maintain consistency of look, style, and fit across men’s and related categories

Provide clear point-of-view and leadership during line reviews, fittings, and presentations

Lead the creation of concepts, sketches, flats, fabric stories, trims, and color palettes

Oversee initial and ongoing fittings, providing detailed direction on style, fit, and construction

Select fabrics, washes, embellishments, and production techniques appropriate to brand and margin goals

Partner with Product Development and Production to proactively address design and execution challenges

Ensure selling-ready samples are delivered on time for sales meetings and key milestones

Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Designers, Design Assistants, Patternmakers, and Artists

Set clear expectations, manage workloads, and ensure adherence to design calendars and deadlines

Recruit, train, and develop talent; conduct performance evaluations and career development planning

Foster a collaborative, creative, and accountable team environment

Collaborate closely with Merchandising to align design vision with assortment strategy and customer needs

Communicate effectively with Sales and Retail teams, incorporating feedback into future designs

Partner with Product Development on seasonal calendars, costing considerations, and execution timelines

Prepare and maintain line sheets, presentation boards, and design references for internal and external meetings

Present design concepts and seasonal direction to founders and cross-functional leadership

Study domestic and international fashion trends, market competition, and consumer insights

Travel for inspiration, research, retail walkthroughs, and key trade shows

Maintain a comprehensive design reference library

Identify and execute opportunities for process improvement within the design function

Qualification

Apparel design experienceFabric knowledgeGarment constructionCAD tools proficiencyIllustration skillsMerchandising sensibilityLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsPresentation skills

Required

Minimum 10 years of apparel design experience, including at least 4 years in a people management role

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field

Deep understanding of the apparel design process from concept through production

Strong technical skills, including fabric knowledge, garment construction, and fit

Excellent illustration and flat sketching abilities

Proficiency in CAD tools, including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Strong merchandising sensibility with the ability to design commercially successful product

Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Proven ability to lead, influence, and collaborate across functions

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Flexible to seasonal demands, travel, and peak work periods

Benefits

Generous employee discount

Competitive salary package

401-K

Commuter benefits

Paid-family leave

Health savings

Flex spending accounts

Life & disability insurance

Onsite gym

Health & financial wellness programs

2 summer Fridays

Competitive vacation policy

Holiday calendar

Company

vineyard vines

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Vineyard vines is a privately held, American clothing and accessory retailer.

Founded in 1998

Stamford, Connecticut, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.vineyardvines.com

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