Men's Apparel Designer

Men's Apparel Designer

Oxford Industries Inc. Atlanta, GA 30309 - Oxford Headquarters
This is a full time, in-person position based out of our corporate office in Atlanta, GA.
About the Role

Research: Provide market, trend, and vintage research based on seasonal inspiration and brand lifestyle direction.
Design

Develop concepts for assigned categories based on seasonal direction—including original sketches, color-ups, and material suggestions.
Oversee seasonal trim design and development.
Development

Complete tech packs/design sheets for tech hand-offs, ensuring they are accurate and clear for the Technical Design team.
Responsible for lab dip, knit-down, strike‑off, and handloom approvals and comments.
Fittings

Participate in fit sessions from proto to production, ensuring fit, construction, and material accuracy at each product stage.
Communication

Maintain clear, daily communication with vendors and internal partners regarding updates, approvals, and changes in the assortment.
Presentation

Collaborate with the Director of Design & Product to present design concepts at sketch, proto, and SMS stages.
Clearly communicate inspiration and ideas to both the internal design team and cross‑functional partners.
Organization

Create and maintain seasonal boards (both physical and digital), keeping them consistently updated following meetings and fittings.
Collaboration

Work closely with cross‑functional team members in Product Development, Technical Design, and Merchandising to ensure brand alignment.
Partner with Marketing and Sales to ensure all products are on time for sales meetings and photoshoots.
Teamwork

Support the Design Team and Director of Design to ensure calendar deadlines are met.
Ensure design deliverables are completed on time to support seamless product development and on‑time market launches.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Generally, 4+ years of proven fashion design experience within the men’s category.
Expertise with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Working knowledge of CAD and PLM software.
Strong understanding of the Duck Head aesthetic, brand position and customer.
Technical skill and strong knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, construction techniques, fit, and trim.
In‑depth knowledge of innovative design techniques and processes.
Some travel may be required to support design and development initiatives.
Benefits

Competitive benefits packages which may include generous vacation policy, health and wellness coverage, 401(k) with company match, discounted stock purchasing, options for education reimbursement, and amazing product discounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Oxford Industries is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision‑making, lawful off‑duty use of marijuana, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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