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Denim Lead Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Help define & lead global denim strategy on a holistic and seasonal level. * Must have strong knowledge of men'smarket trends, and the men's apparel retail sector, preferably strong knowledge of ...

Lead your team with a coaching mentality, focusing on developing future talent with care Who you are * Deep understanding of men's denim, including fit, fabrication, washes, and construction is ...

Mens Apparel Designer - Denim

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$37.05 - $39.42/hr

Partner with Senior Designer to manage and lead multiple projects, prioritizing daily workloads and ... Denim Design and Development experience preferred * Desire to work in a collaborative environment ...

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DENIM PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Vernon, CA · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

DENIM PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE Responsibilities * Communications for fabric vendors, production ... Take the lead on quality control to ensure all garments are finished up to designer level standards.

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DENIM PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Vernon, CA · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

DENIM PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE Responsibilities * Communications for fabric vendors, production ... Take the lead on quality control to ensure all garments are finished up to designer level standards.

Lead pricing negotiations with suppliers to secure the best cost structures while maintaining ... denim experience is ideal but not required * Strong understanding of current and emerging fashion ...

Lead pricing negotiations with suppliers to secure the best cost structures while maintaining ... denim experience is ideal but not required * Strong understanding of current and emerging fashion ...

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How much do denim lead jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for denim lead in the United States is $93,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $144,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a denim lead typically collaborate with design, production, and retail teams?

As a Denim Lead, you play a central role in bridging the gap between design, production, and retail teams. You’ll work closely with designers to provide technical feedback on denim construction and fabric selection, ensuring product feasibility. Collaboration with production teams involves overseeing sample development, maintaining quality standards, and troubleshooting manufacturing issues. Additionally, you’ll partner with retail and merchandising teams to align product launches with market trends and customer demand, making communication and coordination vital parts of your daily responsibilities.

What is a denim lead?

A Denim Lead is a retail professional responsible for overseeing the denim section of a store, ensuring optimal product presentation, inventory management, and customer service. They often supervise a team, train staff on denim product knowledge, and monitor sales trends. The Denim Lead collaborates with store management to drive sales and implements merchandising strategies specific to denim products. This role requires strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, along with a passion for fashion and denim trends.

What is the difference between Denim Lead vs Denim Supervisor?

AspectDenim LeadDenim Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees denim production processes, manages team, ensures quality standardsSupervises denim production line, enforces safety protocols, coordinates daily tasks
Required CredentialsExperience in denim manufacturing, technical knowledge of fabric and machinerySimilar experience, often with supervisory or team lead skills
Work EnvironmentFactory setting, collaborative team environmentFactory floor, direct oversight of production staff
Industry UsageCommonly used in apparel manufacturing companiesOften used interchangeably with Denim Lead, but more focused on supervision

The Denim Lead typically takes on a more strategic role, guiding the team and ensuring quality, while the Denim Supervisor focuses on daily oversight and task management. Both roles require similar credentials and work in the same environment, but the Lead often has broader responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a denim lead?

To thrive as a Denim Lead, you need in-depth knowledge of denim textiles, garment construction, and fashion trends, often supported by experience in apparel production or design. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and fabric sourcing tools is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills help motivate staff and deliver excellent customer service. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring product quality, meeting sales targets, and maintaining brand standards in a competitive retail environment.
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Infographic showing various Denim Lead job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,198 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Global Merchandiser, Denim Mens

PVH

New York, NY • Hybrid

$82K - $117K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

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Job description

Be part of an iconic story.

At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our associates and consumers. Join us and have a meaningful impact on the world - and - endless opportunities to design your future. Immerse yourself in Calvin Klein here! (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)

GLOBAL MERCHANDISER - Denim Mens

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Merchandiser for Denim supports the creation of product strategy and brand growth for the global market. This position collaborates closely with cross functional partners to bring product strategies and visions to life. This position works closely with the Merchandising Manager to capture and align all needs of global markets in the seasonal line planning process as it relates to all denim styles. They are responsible for leading cross-functional teams throughout the product development calendar to deliver an offering that is on brand, on time, and meets margin targets.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB:

  • Help define & lead global denim strategy on a holistic and seasonal level.
  • Must have strong knowledge of men'smarket trends, and the men's apparel retail sector, preferably strong knowledge of denim products.
  • Strong understanding of marketspace, particularly as it relates to denim products.
  • Thorough attention to detail in all product milestone deliverables including line planning, assortment building, hindsighting, recaps to cross functional teams, etc.
  • Partnership with design and all cross functional to bring product to life in coordination with the brand identity.
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating selling tools as changes to line are made.
  • Clear, concise communication skills when downloading various cross functional partners on anything assortment related (updates, drops, adds, pivots in strategy, etc.)
  • Maintain all seasonal reports / records (line matrix, change log, sku plans, hindsights).
  • Own seasonal sample and selling tool coordination, including distribution to global partners, showrooms, and key accounts.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Experience: At least 4-6 years of merchandising experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or equivalent

Skills:

  • Strategic thinker who can balance high level conceptual mind set with eye for detail.
  • Strong product eye & knowledge, particularly in the denim space.
  • Very strong communication, interpersonal skills; high level of emotional intelligence.
  • Balance of analytical and creative abilities.
  • Ability to lead and steer cross functional teams in product development life cycle.
  • Ability to handle multiple deliverables at once and prioritize as necessary.
  • Strong note taking skills; ability to recap teams clearly and concisely.

INTERNAL CROSS FUNCTIONAL PARTNERS:

Design, Sourcing, Raw Materials, Retail Merchandising, Wholesale Merchandise Planning, Wholesale sales, Visual Merchandising

Pay Range:$82,500---$117,100PVH currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. These ranges are based on what PVH reasonably believes that it will pay an associate for their base salary for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. PVH is committed to providing a market-competitive total rewards package to eligible associates, which includes diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our associates and an above-market 401(k) contribution to help our associates save for retirement. We also offer career growth opportunities, empowering our associates to design their future at PVH.Additional Compensation: This role is bonus eligible.

Your Wellbeing is Our Priority

At PVH, we offer competitive, cost-effective, and comprehensive benefit packages. We strive to provide options when it comes to your health, finances, and work-life balance. This includes:

  • Pay & Insurance: Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.

  • 401(k): An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.

  • Flexible Workplace: Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.

  • Wellbeing Support: A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.

  • Care.com Services: Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.

  • Education Assistance: Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.

  • Associate Discount: Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.

Please note, eligibility depends on employment status, location and length of time employed with PVH and our benefits may be subject to change. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About PVH:

We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That's the Power of Us, that's the Power of PVH+.

One of PVH's greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here.

PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.

To achieve these goals, across the United States and its territories, PVH prohibits any PVH employee, agent or representative from requesting or otherwise considering any job applicant's current or prior wages, salary or other compensation information in connection with the hiring process. Accordingly, applicants are asked not to disclose this salary history information to PVH.


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