Men’s Head of Tailoring Design

Responsibilities: • Lead the design and development of all products within men's tailoring, casual tailoring, tailored outerwear, and associated accessories, including ties and pocket squares. • Partner with the sourcing team on seasonal fabric research, sourcing, and development, ensuring materials support the overall seasonal concept and product direction. • Participate in seasonal research, market research, and vintage shopping to inform product development and build a strong foundation for each collection. • Create all design sketches and CADs for assigned categories using Adobe Illustrator and other relevant design tools. • Develop detailed construction sketches and technical drawings for tech packs to support new style development. • Partner with in-house trim developers to research, develop, and source trims and components specific to each style. • Work closely with Technical Design and patternmakers throughout the fitting process, providing clear feedback and making necessary corrections to achieve the intended fit and design. • Maintain a strong understanding of fit across tailored jackets, trousers, bottoms, and tailored outerwear. • Work directly with overseas factories to communicate design intent, oversee product development, troubleshoot construction challenges, and ensure final garments are executed to the highest standard. • Maintain consistency across the category while bringing fresh perspective, strong product instincts, and a clear understanding of the Buck Mason aesthetic. Required Skills: • 7–10+ years of men's design experience, with a strong focus on tailoring and tailored product development. • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel. • Deep technical knowledge of men's tailoring, including jacket and trouser fit, tailored outerwear, garment construction, and pattern development. • Strong understanding of fabrications, textiles, and material development specific to tailoring. • A highly developed eye for product, proportion, fit, and detail, paired with strong market awareness. • Extensive knowledge of vintage men's tailoring and sportswear, with the ability to translate historical references into relevant, modern product. • Experience working directly with overseas factories and managing the development process from initial concept through production. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple categories, styles, and seasonal deadlines. • A collaborative working style, strong work ethic, and positive attitude. • A genuine passion for men's clothing, craftsmanship, and creating exceptional product. Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision: • We’ve got you covered – Buck Mason takes care of 80% of the monthly cost for employee-only plans. That 20% not covered gets deducted from your bi-weekly paycheck. • Dependents – Buck Mason takes care of 50% of the monthly cost and 50% comes out of your bi-weekly paycheck. • We offer a wide range of PPO and HMO options through Anthem, with Vision and Dental plans through Principal. Plus, we’ve got HSA and FSA options to keep things flexible. • 401k: We’re all about planning for the future. Buck Mason matches 100% of your first 3% contribution, and 50% of the next 2%. So you get a max match of 4% from us if you chip in 5%. Not too shabby, right? Other Perks: • We offer an $80 cell-phone reimbursement for your monthly phone plan (excluding the device)so you can make those important calls on us. • Every month, you can ask us for a $50 wellness reimbursement. Use it for gym memberships,fitness classes, or mental health expenses – it’s up to you. • Maternity Leave – 12 weeks of paid leave • No probationary period to be eligible, State funds first (disability, Paid Family Leave, etc.) Buck Mason covers the remainder of employee’s bi-weekly salary • Paternity Leave – 4 weeks of paid leave No probationary period to be eligible State funds first (disability, Paid Family Leave, etc.) Buck Mason covers the remainder of employee’s bi-weekly salary