Jason Cater has joined Peter Millar as vice president of design and merchandising — collection.

Cater has 17 years of experience and has been with Ermenegildo Zegna for the past eight where he was vice president of wholesale for Ermenegildo Zegna Sportswear, Shoes, and Leather Goods. Before that, he was the national sales manager at Paul & Shark.

“Jason’s experience in the luxury sportswear category will be invaluable to Peter Millar as the company continues to experience considerable growth in the U.S. and internationally,” said Scott Ruerup, president, Peter Millar Collection.

Cater will work with the brand’s existing design team including Chris Knott, founder; Mike Bowers, vice president of design and merchandising — golf, and Lindsay Browder, women’s design director.

Scott Mahoney, chairman and chief executive officer of Peter Millar, said Cater will add a “fresh perspective and creative vision” to the Richemont-owned brand.