Senior Knitwear Designer – Young Contemporary

We are seeking a Senior Knitwear Designer to lead the design and development of knitwear collections for the Young Contemporary market. This role offers the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, trend-driven category, with full visibility into the global knitwear landscape, including Europe and Asia.

Requirements

• Design and develop innovative knitwear collections for the Young Contemporary market, incorporating the latest trends, yarns, and stitch techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on brand direction, seasonal concepts, and customer needs.
• Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify emerging styles, colors, and silhouettes
• Create detailed design presentations, sketches, and tech packs that communicate construction details, fit, and sizing specifications.
• Source and select appropriate yarns, trims, and embellishments that meet quality, cost, and design objectives.
• Partner with Sales and Merchandising teams to translate customer feedback and retail insights into successful designs.
• Oversee sample development, including fit sessions, revisions, and approvals, ensuring design integrity from concept through production.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas vendors, factories, and suppliers to ensure timely development and execution.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Company holidays