Director, Men's Design

Overview Placement Type: TemporarySalary: $62.87‑69.85 Hourly, up to $69.85/hrStart Date: Jul 6, 2026Aquent is partnering with a leading global apparel retailer to identify an experienced design leader for a 6-month contract opportunity based onsite in New York.This role will lead the men's design team, guide seasonal product direction, and collaborate across Merchandising, Production, Graphics, and Product Development to create compelling, commercially successful product assortments. The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of creative leadership, business acumen, and apparel expertise.What You'll Do Lead overall design direction for the men's businessManage and develop a team of designersBuild seasonal product strategies and assortmentsPartner with Merchandising to identify opportunities and customer needsCollaborate with Production and Product Development to ensure executionGuide products from concept through commercializationBalance design vision with quality, cost, and margin objectivesPresent and influence stakeholders across the organizationWhat You'll Bring 10+ years of apparel design experienceSignificant experience designing men's apparelExperience leading and developing design teamsStrong understanding of product development processesProven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholdersStrong presentation and communication skillsCommercial mindset and customer focusExperience balancing creative and business objectivesNice to Have Experience at large retail or specialty apparel brandsMulti-category assortment experienceGlobal brand experienceExperience leading through seasonal product calendarsExperience managing multiple stakeholders at senior levelsWhy Apply Opportunity to influence a major apparel brand's men's businessVisible leadership role with broad organizational impactWork alongside experienced merchandising and product teamsBlend creative leadership with strategic business influenceJoin a highly collaborative and fast-paced design organization#J-18808-Ljbffr