
Menswear Designer
Key Skills
Job Description
About ULAC
Founded in 1998, United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of socks, legwear, sportswear, bodywear, and accessories.
As a leading force in the industry, ULAC offers a full range of apparel—from newborn and toddler sizes through to teens and adults—through partnerships with global brands such as PUMA and licensing agreements with Hurley, Skechers, Champion, Van Heusen, Weatherproof, and Scotch & Soda, among others.
About Scotch & Soda
Born in Amsterdam, Scotch & Soda celebrates the free spirit of its home city. Endlessly optimistic, we champion individuality, authenticity, and the power of self-expression. This attitude is reflected in our designs, blending creativity, craftsmanship, and storytelling.
Our collections include menswear, womenswear, kidswear, denim, eyewear, fragrances, and accessories, all rooted in a distinctive Amsterdam aesthetic.
The Role
As a Menswear Designer (Jersey) at Scotch & Soda, you will play a key role in developing and executing designs within the men’s jersey category.
Working closely with the Design Lead and wider design team, you will contribute to creating innovative and commercially strong collections that align with the brand’s DNA. From concept to final product, you will help shape pieces that balance creativity with wearability and global appeal.
This role is ideal for a designer with 5+ years of experience, strong Adobe Illustrator skills, and the ability to combine hand sketching and digital design.
What You’ll Do
🎨 Design Development
- Collaborate with the Design Lead and wider design team to develop concepts for the men’s jersey category.
- Translate seasonal concepts and brand direction into strong, creative designs.
- Create detailed hand sketches and digital illustrations that clearly communicate design intent.
🔍 Trend & Market Research
- Stay up to date with global fashion trends, runway shows, and market developments.
- Conduct competitor and consumer research to ensure designs are both relevant and innovative.
🧵 Material & Product Development
- Work closely with Product Development to select fabrics, washes, and finishes suitable for jersey products.
- Support the development of prototypes and provide feedback throughout the sampling process.
📐 Technical Design
- Prepare CADs, tech packs, and technical specifications to clearly communicate design intent to production teams.
- Ensure designs meet quality standards and commercial expectations.
🗣️ Presentation
- Present design concepts and seasonal ideas to design directors and stakeholders.
- Communicate ideas with clarity, creativity, and confidence.
What You’ll Bring
Experience & Skills
- 5+ years of experience in fashion design, ideally within menswear jersey categories.
- Strong Adobe Illustrator skills for digital design work.
- Excellent hand sketching abilities to visualize concepts quickly and effectively.
- Strong understanding of fabrication, garment construction, and jersey product development.
Personal Attributes
- Strong passion for fashion, trends, and creative storytelling.
- A growth mindset, open to feedback and continuous learning.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive attitude with ownership and accountability.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
What You’ll Get From Us
🏢 Work Environment. Join a passionate team working from our European headquarters just outside Amsterdam (Hoofddorp).
👕 Employee Discounts. Enjoy 28% discount on our webshop and VIP access to sample sales for friends & family.
🍽️ Meals & Refreshments. Freshly prepared lunch for just €4.05, plus all-day coffee, drinks, and snacks.
🏋️ Fitness Benefits. Discounted access to ClassPass to support your wellbeing and routine.
🧘 Wellbeing Support. Unlimited access to OpenUp, offering 1:1 sessions with psychologists and lifestyle coaches, as well as masterclasses.
💼 Pension Scheme. We contribute 2/3 towards your pension, supporting your long-term financial wellbeing.
Apply Now!Core Responsibilities
You will collaborate with the design team to develop creative and commercially strong menswear jersey collections from concept to final product. This includes creating technical specifications, conducting market research, and presenting design concepts to stakeholders.
Requirements
The ideal candidate has 5+ years of fashion design experience, specifically in menswear jersey categories. You must possess strong Adobe Illustrator skills, excellent hand sketching abilities, and a deep understanding of garment construction.
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Freshly prepared lunch
- Coffee, drinks, and snacks
- Fitness benefits
- Wellbeing support
- Pension scheme
About United Legwear and Apparel Company
Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
ULAC is a global leader that conscientiously designs and responsibly manufactures and distributes apparel and accessories for some of the world's most recognizable brands such as PUMA, Hurley, Scotch & Soda, Skechers, Ted Baker, DKNY, Van Heusen, Prince and more. A career at ULAC is more than a job -- it's where passion meets purpose, promise and doing good things for the community. We aim to positively impact millions of people around the globe, starting with the lives of hundreds of members of our own team.