Senior Design Director, Denim

Location: New York, NY; four days a week in-office

Salary: $160,000–$200,000 base salary annually, plus benefits, short-term incentive program, clothing allowance, and merchandise discounts.

Company

hirify.global is a global lifestyle brand offering ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, and modern wardrobe essentials.

What you will do

• Define the creative vision and design direction for the denim collection in partnership with the Co-Founders, SVP of Apparel, and RTW leads.
• Own end-to-end denim development from initial concept through final production.
• Lead silhouette architecture, fabric innovation, wash development, and construction standards while protecting design integrity and meeting quality and margin targets.
• Partner with Product Development, Technical, Production, and Merchandising teams on product strategy and execution.
• Build relationships with domestic and international factories, mills, and other production partners.
• Mentor the denim team and foster a collaborative, creative, and motivating environment.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of denim experience in a leadership position.
• Expert knowledge of fits, washes, fabrics, and denim product development.
• Strong understanding of global manufacturing, sourcing, and vendor management.
• Clear creative point of view with the ability to drive business results.
• Deep knowledge of the denim market, competitors, and retail landscape.
• Ability to work in the New York office four days per week and travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Nice to have

• Experience with a premium denim brand.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Short-term incentive program.
• Clothing allowance and merchandise discounts.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace.
• Collaborative and creative working environment.