Men's Multiproduct Designer

A new role has arisen for my client for a menswear multi product designer to work with their existing design team to build collections for existing brands , someone with strong commercial trend driven handwriting who can demonstrate the ability to work to a brand identity .

My client is a large successful supplier to several large retailers
In this role, you must have a great eye for trends, excellent CAD skills and have experience presenting stories, concepts, inspirations, and designs to Buyers.

This role has an emphasis on jerseywear.

There is one day work from home.

Main duties will include:

• Create and develop menswear product designs tailored to the company's handwriting.
• Creating on-trend, forward-thinking yet commercial womenswear designs in response to briefs.
• Researching lifestyle trends and blogs, being aware of relevant influencers.
• Implementing direction and innovation for the season across fabric and trim.
• Communicating effectively with all internal and external teams.
• Working closely with the in-house sales and production team along with retail Buyers.
• Overseeing the development of all sampling ensuring deadlines are met.
• Working closely with the rest of the design team.

Person specification:

• Multi-product Menswear experience is essential within a commercial environment. There is an emphasis on jersey..
• Previous relevant supplier experience or retailer.
• A strong understanding of the current trends and the ability to look forward and anticipate new trends.
• Must have good CAD and illustration skills.
• Experienced and confident in presenting ideas, trends and design work.
• A hands-on can-do attitude, someone who is hard working, innovative, positive and a good team player.