Senior Sweater Designer & PD, Karl Lagerfeld Paris

Location: New York, NY – Midtown Manhattan, Fashion District We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Designer to support our Karl Lagerfeld Paris team, with a strong specialization in sweater design and yarn sourcing and development. Key Responsibilities: • Research current trends and forecast evolution within brand identity • Lead the design and development of sweater and knit categories, including silhouette development, stitch innovation, gauge selection, and construction techniques • Partner with sourcing teams and mills to develop and source yarns aligned with seasonal concepts, cost targets, and performance requirements • Apply findings from trend research (blogs, magazines, stores, street-style, vintage exploration) to create cohesive, seasonally relevant collections • Communicate seasonal concept and knitwear design intent to factories and request preliminary treatments, stitch layouts, and mock-ups • Generate tech-packs with detailed knit specifications including stitch construction, gauge, yarn composition, trims, and finishing details for overseas factories • Evaluate knit prototypes, provide detailed fit and construction feedback, and communicate adjustments through photographs, spec notes, and diagram sketches • Collaborate with overseas vendors on yarn development, wash techniques, hand-feel, and costing to achieve design and margin goals • Refabricate and sketch to support seasonal objectives within line plan and SKU count • Amplify visual cues to reinforce concept and translate garments to runway program with stylist • Support the collection through production, ensuring correct development, yarn allocation, and color execution for each garment • Assist Merchandising Team and VP of Design with seasonal introductions • Field merchandising requests Qualifications: • 7+ years of industry experience including retail, wholesale, pattern drafting/draping, and print design • Extensive experience in sweater design, yarn sourcing, and knit development • High-end design background with advanced knowledge of knitwear construction, stitch development, gauge, and yarn innovation • Proven experience working directly with mills and overseas factories on yarn development and costing • Candidate must submit CV/Resume and work samples (Portfolio URL) for consideration