Designer, DKNY Suits Job at G-III Apparel Group in New York

Job Title: Designer, DKNY Suits

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

Reports To: Design Director

Position Summary

The Designer, Suits will contribute to the creation of a commercially relevant and brand-right product line that balances trend-driven fashion with the customer's needs. This role develops seasonal assortments from concept through final prototypes, supporting strategic and financial growth objectives for the brand.

Key Responsibilities

Line & Product Design

• Build seasonal assortments from concept research and sketch through final approved prototypes
• Pull swatches, research inspiration styles, and identify emerging trends to drive development
• Create accurate technical sketches, tech packs, and oversee sample development
• Collaborate with technical design to correct prototypes and ensure quality construction

Seasonal Development & Communication

• Shop the market and gather seasonal inspiration for design direction
• Contribute to color palette and material development aligned to seasonal strategy
• Communicate daily with global vendors and overseas partners on development updates and approvals
• Partner with Sales and Planning to assess sales trends and integrate learnings into future line plans
• Work cross-functionally with Sourcing/Production teams to support target costing and profitability

Qualifications & Experience

• 4–5 years of apparel design experience required
• Must have proved tailored wovens experience
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Strong flat sketching skills — both hand and digital
• Proven ability to resolve fit and proto issues collaboratively with technical teams
• Knowledge of varied garment construction techniques across multiple product categories
• Experience working with overseas factories and vendors
• Strong trend awareness and ability to translate concepts into commercial product
• Exceptional organizational, follow-through, and detail execution skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Experience mentoring junior talent or managing contract resources is a plus

Education

• Bachelor's or technical degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience

Compensation

Annual Equivalent: $70,000 – $110,000 (based on a 40-hour work week)

This range reflects a good-faith compensation estimate in compliance with the NYC Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. As global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, we support a powerful portfolio of 30+ owned and licensed brands across the fashion industry through innovation and strong partnerships.

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. Licenses include: Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi's, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and others. G-III also operates retail stores for DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan.