Assistant Fashion Designer

Job Title:

Assistant Women’s Jersey Wear Designer

Manchester City Centre Office Based Role

Reports To:

Head of Womenswear Design

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and creative Assistant Women’s Jersey wear Designer to join our dynamic design team. With at least 2 years of experience, you will support the creation of trend-led, innovative, and commercially successful designs for women’s jersey wear. You will contribute to all aspects of the design process, from concept through to finished product, involved in customer meetings & liaising with our colleagues in China.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head of Womenswear to research & develop seasonal concepts and mood boards.
• Assist in designing jersey wear pieces that align with market trends & target customer profiles.
• Produce detailed technical CAD sheets to enable China to produce samples.
• Source fabrics, trims, & embellishments while considering quality & costs.
• Liaise with our Teams in China to ensure design ideas are translated accurately into final products.
• Assist in preparing presentations for customers.
• Stay up to date with the latest womenswear & jersey wear trends, including competitor analysis.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion Design.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in designing womenswear, with a focus on jersey wear preferred.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs.
• Knowledge of garment construction, fabric properties, & textile techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail & an eye for colour, pattern, and trends.
• Strong communication & organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about womenswear design & creating innovative, trend-led products.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working knitted fabrics, & embellishment knowledge print/embroidery etc.
• Ability to adapt between different customer requirements & price points.
• Strong graphic ability.
• Passion for Fashion: Genuine enthusiasm for womenswear & a commitment to staying updated with industry trends.

Key Attributes:

• Creative thinker with a proactive & can-do attitude.
• Team player, great communication skills, confident communicating with customers & China Factory.
• Multitasker working in a fast-paced environment ensuring tight deadlines are met.

Apply Now:

Please send your CV to Lijie@sumec.com.cn to take the first step towards an exciting career with us.