At a Glance
- Tasks: Design trend-led menswear collections and collaborate with teams from concept to final approval.
- Company: Join a global manufacturer known for its innovative menswear designs.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with exciting challenges and strong career development potential.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of menswear fashion.
- Qualifications: Degree in Fashion Design and 3+ years in menswear design required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
We're recruiting for an experienced Menswear Designer / Product Developer to join a well-established global manufacturer, working as part of a collaborative, multi-functional team specialising in menswear design, product development and production for leading retailers and e-tailers.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and commercially minded designer with a genuine passion for menswear tailoring and contemporary separates.
You will play an important role in developing trend-led product, working closely with customers, suppliers and production teams from initial concept through to final sample approval.
- Menswear Designer / Product Developer – The Job Outline
- Design seasonal, trend-led in-house collections aligned with individual customer aesthetics and commercial requirements.
- Research emerging trends, identifying opportunities and gaps within customer product ranges and proposing relevant styling, fabric and product solutions.
- Conduct ongoing trend, fabric and market research, presenting findings and recommendations to internal teams and customers.
- Source and develop fabrics, trims and components in line with customer briefs and emerging trends.
- Work closely with the in-house Account Management teams to deliver an excellent customer experience and support continued business development.
- Prepare and participate in customer development days, and ensure development samples are actioned effectively.
- Create and maintain accurate design and technical packs, ensuring samples are developed correctly against specifications.
- Managing development critical path, working closely with suppliers and productions sites, regularly updating customer on sample progress through sample CPs and ensuring samples are delivered in time for range build and sign off meetings.
- Liaise daily with mills, factories and customer buying teams, building strong and professional relationships at all levels.
- Menswear Designer / Product Developer – Skills & Experience Level
- A degree in Fashion Design, Menswear or a related discipline.
- 3+ years' relevant experience in mens wovens design/product development - experience in tailoring, jackets, trousers, shirting and contemporary separates is preferable.
- Experience working with fast-fashion retailers and/or high-volume commercial customers.
- Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator), and Microsoft Office skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to present ideas and developments to customers.
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- A proactive and commercially focused approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- The confidence to work effectively under pressure within a demanding, fast-paced environment.
- The ability to build strong working relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues at all levels.
- A genuine passion for menswear, tailoring, fabric and product development.
Menswear Designer in London employer: People Marketing Fashion Recruitment
At People Marketing Fashion Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration in the fashion industry. Our vibrant work culture fosters creativity and professional growth, offering employees opportunities to enhance their skills through hands-on experience and mentorship. Located in a dynamic fashion hub, we provide unique advantages such as access to leading retailers and the chance to work with talented professionals who are passionate about quality and fit in womenswear.
Contact Details:
People Marketing Fashion Recruitment Recruitment Team
