At a Glance
- Tasks: Design innovative ladieswear softs garments and collaborate with various teams.
- Company: Pentex, a leading fashion manufacturer with decades of experience.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment with potential for career growth.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on exciting projects and develop your portfolio.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team and influence the latest fashion trends.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of fashion, excellent design skills, and a proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Softs Designer looking to develop their career further within a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for designing innovative and commercially viable ladieswear softs garments across multiple product categories. You will work closely with the design, sales, and production teams to develop ranges that are trend-led, price-aware, and tailored to client needs. This is a fixed term role, covering a Maternity Leave.
Main Responsibilities:
- Research current trends and interpret them into commercially appealing softs designs for the wholesale market.
- Design across core softs categories including tops, dresses and co-ords.
- Create clear and detailed CADs and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator.
- Develop seasonal colour palettes, fabric direction, and trim details suitable for various customer profiles.
- Liaise with the fabric sourcing team to select suitable softs bases and finishes.
- Collaborate with in-house print designers to create bespoke graphics and prints.
- Partner with the Sales team and work closely with the other departments.
- Oversee the sample development process, ensuring fit, construction, and finish meet brand and customer standards.
- Respond to customer briefs and adapt designs according to client feedback.
- Attend meetings with buyers.
- Work closely with sales and account managers to support client meetings and range presentations.
- Stay informed on high street competitors and emerging softs wear trends.
Person Specification:
- Strong understanding of fashion/ high street.
- Market/Trend Aware.
- Excellent Photoshop and Illustrator Skills.
- Good understanding of Excel.
- Can do attitude.
- Ability to work under pressure and work in a fast-paced environment working to tight deadlines.
- Strong communication and influencing skills across all levels.
- Self-motivation, Proactive and the ability to take the initiative and respond quickly to change.
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and will be subject to periodic review. It may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process, and we would aim to reach an agreement on any changes.
Designer in City of London employer: Pentex Ltd
Pentex is an excellent employer for aspiring designers, offering a dynamic work environment where creativity meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in the fashion industry, contributing to innovative designs while honing your skills. Located in a vibrant area, Pentex fosters a supportive culture that values teamwork and encourages employees to thrive in their careers.
