Designer Menswear Multi Product
We have a very exciting opportunity for a Designer to join a well known brand working within the Menswear Design team and reporting to a Senior Designer, delivering a dynamic, innovative but commercial collection. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team that work well together and achieve great results.
Main Responsibilities will include:
- Researching and translating seasonal inspirational concepts and trends whilst maintaining the brand's DNA
- Design seasonal multi-product (knitwear, jersey, shirting, outerwear, jackets and trousers) providing flexible support across the wider menswear range as required
- Working closely with the Senior Designer and Menswear Design team, Garment Tech and Buying team
- Maintain efficient communication with suppliers throughout the whole design process
- Implement effective designs by setting up detailed tech packs to communicate styles to the factories, suppliers and wider teams
- Regularly present research, product direction and sketches to the Senior Designer and review the seasonal collection
- Responsibly manage workload to ensure the design process stays on schedule against the critical path to successfully meet deadlines
- Set up, maintain and update styles on the PLM system
- Chase in and log all protos, fabric sourcing and lab dips/handlooms and review with the Senior Designer
- Keep abreast of, and factor in, sustainable and responsible design principles where relevant to material and supplier choices
Person specification:
- Industry experience in menswear design
- Menswear design background with a good understanding of wovens, knitwear, jersey and garment construction
- Highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator; working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook
- Familiarity with generative AI advantageous but not essential
- Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team
- Strong time management skills
- Strong technical and creative design skills
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills