Senior Design Manager, Wholesale Apparel

Job Description

Job Description

PREMIER BRANDS GROUP HOLDINGS

Iconic by Nature, Exceptional by Design

Premier Brands Group Holdings, A Global Leader in Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories Design

Driven by excellence and innovative talent, Premier Brands Group is a leading, global apparel group of iconic brands, offering a diverse portfolio in denim, women’s apparel, and jewelry.

Premier Brands Group is comprised of three distinct businesses that create top-tier brands for the discerning consumer. One Jeanswear Group designs and distributes a distinguished portfolio of branded and private label Jeanswear throughout North America.

An apparel industry leader for 30+ years, The Kasper Group has remained committed to excellence in offering iconic brands and relevant womenswear designs.

The Jewelry Group has a 20+ year legacy of developing, sourcing and selling elevated fashion jewelry pieces, with a design-centric point of view.

Our legacy is rooted in our rich portfolio of the most covetable denim, apparel, jewelry and accessories brands in the world. Each respective group is Iconic by Nature and Exceptional by Design.

The Senior Design Manager serves as a senior leader responsible for driving seasonal product direction, category strategy, and end-to-end design execution while acting as a key partner to Design leadership. This role bridges the gap between Senior Designer and Director by combining strong individual contribution with cross-functional leadership, business influence, and mentorship responsibilities.

The Senior Design Manager will oversee complex businesses and categories, guide junior team members, and play a significant role in shaping product assortments, customer strategies, and overall brand growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead seasonal concept development, trend research, color direction, and product assortments across assigned businesses and categories

• Drive the design process from concept through production handoff while maintaining alignment with brand vision and business objectives

• Serve as a strategic partner to Design leadership, Merchandising, Sales, Production, and Technical Design teams

• Actively design and develop product from concept through final execution, including sketching, fabrications, trim selection, and detailed product specifications

• Create, develop, and maintain comprehensive technical packages (tech packs), ensuring accuracy and clear communication of design intent throughout the product development lifecycle

• Drive the design process from concept through production handoff while maintaining alignment with brand vision and business objectives

• Mentor and support Assistant Designers

• Lead fittings, communicate fit intent, and partner closely with Technical Design and Production teams

• Build and maintain strong vendor, factory, and mill relationships

• Attend trade shows, market appointments, and customer meetings as needed

• Present seasonal concepts, assortments, and business opportunities to leadership teams

• Influence category growth, identify whitespace opportunities, and support long-term product strategies

• Manage development calendars and ensure milestone execution