Job Description

This leading supplier to the UK High street are looking for a senior or established menswear designer to join their expanding team in Manchester HQ. Working to lead men’s formal and outerwear development, you will instrumental in business growth.

Excellent CAD, garment construction and fabric knowledge is expected, as well as an ability to work at a fast pace and communicate professionally to senior management and international suppliers. You will have the opportunity to travel as required for comp shops, inspiration trips and supplier visits.

Senior Menswear Designer- The Role:

• You will identify and translate trends into viable commercial styles
• Research and develop fabrics, yarns, shapes and packaging, in line with trends and competitor offers
• Have an excellent technical knowledge to produce detailed tech packs and brief suppliers confidently
• Mange the development process from concept to production
• Produce CAD artworks and presentation boards
• Have a strong business acumen and be instrumental in driving strategy
• Manage the critical path and keep to key dates
• Work closely with technical, sales and merchandising teams, to ensure business needs are met.

 Senior Menswear Designer - The Person:

• You will be creative, and trend driven with a good eye for colour, print and fabric
• You will have a commercial eye which complements your trend awareness
• Computer literate with strong CAD skills
• You will have a proven background in similar product areas  
• You will be a team player and able to build relationships
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

If this could be you, please get in touch with an updated CV and Portfolio to k.barksby@peoplemarketing.co.uk

** Please supply a relevant portfolio **

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