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Extensive knowledge of vintage men's tailoring and sportswear, with the ability to translate historical references into relevant, modern product.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