FRENCH SELECTION (FS) Design Manager - Private Label Location: Manchester Hybrid work: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum Maternity cover 9 month with potential to become permanent Ref: 757BD The company A fast-growing international design and manufacturing business supplying private-label products to major UK and European supermarket, high-street and fashion-led retailers. Main duties Lead the design and product development of private-label collections, managing customer accounts and projects from concept to production while supporting designers and working with sales, sourcing and manufacturing teams. The role Lead design and product development for key retail customers Develop seasonal concepts, prints, patterns, colour palettes and collections Translate customer briefs into commercially successful products Present concepts and collections to customers Manage licensed and branded projects Research fashion, lifestyle and retail trends Manage projects from concept through to production Review samples, lab dips, strike-offs and approvals Work closely with sourcing, product development and manufacturing teams Lead and support designers in the UK and India Identify new product, design and sustainability opportunities Travel in the UK and internationally as required The candidate Solid experience in textile, fashion or product design Design Manager, Senior Designer or similar leadership experience Essential: previous experience working with UK supermarkets High-street and fashion-led retail experience highly desirable Private-label design experience Strong customer-facing and presentation skills Strong print, pattern, colour and textile knowledge Licensed or branded product experience advantageous Excellent Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills Good understanding of product development and manufacturing Commercially aware with an understanding of retail price points Trend-focused, creative and confident Strong project management and organisational skills Personable, collaborative and confident managing a team The salary £40,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience #J-18808-Ljbffr
Design Manager – Private Label employer: FRENCH SELECTION
As a leading international food manufacturer, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a focus on professional development and growth opportunities, our team enjoys the flexibility of remote work combined with the excitement of travel across Germany, all while being supported by competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Join us to be part of a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact our success in the FMCG sector.
