Beachwear Designer

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Beachwear Designer to join an established, responsive fashion supplier, based out of their Manchester office.

Beachwear Designer - The Role & Responsibilities

• Support designers, senior designers, and the design manager in developing original concepts, embroideries, fabrications, and seasonal themes.
• Source relevant fabrics to align with design requirements.
• Create detailed specs and tech packs for factories.
• Track and manage key dates to ensure adherence to the critical path.
• Liaise with factories and overseas offices to maintain smooth production workflows.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers.
• Participate in inspiration and sourcing trips.
• Develop trend and colour inspiration packs.
• Manage sample returns and provide general team administrative support.
• Maintain office and production room organisation, including fabric sorting.
• Handle incoming post, ensuring it reaches relevant teams and organizing new samples.
• Assist all team members with various tasks as needed.

Beachwear Deigner - The person 

• A degree in Fashion or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Previous experience designing Beachwear ( Swim / cover-ups) 
• Proficiency in Illustrator and/or Photoshop is desirable.
• Creative and trend-aware, with a strong eye for colour and fabric.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player and able to build relationships
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• To be able to deal with all challenges in a calm and positive manner