Senior Designer

Job Title: Senior Sweater Designer

Location: Midtown Manhattan, NYC

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00am–6:00pm | Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm (On-site)

Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000 (Based on Experience)

Level: Mid-Senior Level

Type: Full-time, On-site

Department: Missy design -Sweaters and Knits

About Us

RDG Global is a U.S.-based apparel design and manufacturing company with a strong international presence. We specialize in creating trend-right collections across multiple categories, including Juniors, Girls, Contemporary, Women’s Plus, and Activewear, under both proprietary and licensed labels.

Our teams partner closely with major retailers to develop commercially successful collections that combine creativity, speed, quality, and market relevance. As a growing and highly collaborative company, we offer designers the opportunity to have meaningful creative input, direct cross-functional exposure, and hands-on involvement throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Sweater Designer with strong private label experience to lead the development and execution of trend-driven sweaters and knitwear for casual lifestyle specialty retailers.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys both the creative and operational sides of the business. As part of a lean, collaborative team, the Senior Designer will play an integral role in every stage of the product lifecycle — from concept development and trend research through sample execution and production follow-through.

The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of yarns, gauges, stitches, sweater construction, and cut-and-sew knits, along with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This position reports directly to the Senior Design Director of Modern and Contemporary Brands and includes oversight of an Associate Designer.

The Senior Designer should be highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, collaborative, and passionate about creating commercially successful products for today’s customers.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office required.

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Design and develop seasonal private label knitwear collections incorporating the latest trends, yarns, and stitch techniques
• Collaborate closely with customers and cross-functional teams to understand brand direction, seasonal themes, and product requirements including cost and quality guidelines
• Research aspirational and competitive markets to identify new trends, silhouettes, yarns, and color direction
• Serve as a key point of communication with accounts, internal teams, support staff, and overseas partners
• Oversee sample coordination, development tracking, approvals, and revisions from concept through final presentation
• Manage TP creation, knitdown approvals, and sample review processes
• Partner with the Associate Designer to maintain organized sample, yarn, and knit fabric libraries
• Closely manage customer design calendars and ensure all deadlines and milestones are met
• Prepare samples and presentation materials for key customer meetings and milestone reviews
• Contribute creative ideas and commercially viable concepts that align with customer needs and market trends

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design
• 6 years of experience in sweater design with strong knowledge of cut-and-sew knits
• Extensive understanding of yarns, stitches, sweater techniques, and garment construction
• Private label experience required
• Experience mentoring or managing junior design team members preferred
• Extended-size experience is a plus
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Highly detail-oriented, creative, and solutions-driven
• Ability to balance creative vision with strong execution and follow-through

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), HSA/FSA
• Paid time off: Vacation, Sick Days, Personal Days, and Flex Holidays
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Commuter benefits
• Collaborative, inclusive company culture
• Opportunities for hands-on involvement across the full design and development process
• Visibility and direct interaction with leadership and retail partners
• A creative environment where ideas and contributions truly make an impact

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about sweater design and want to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team where creativity and ownership go hand in hand, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and portfolio to Careers@global530.com