At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead creative direction for menswear and boyswear, managing a talented design team.
- Company: Join a leading fashion company with a global reach and innovative spirit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role based in Manchester with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Shape trendy collections that resonate with diverse customers across the globe.
- Qualifications: Experience in design management and a passion for menswear and boyswear.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are working with a leading fashion company seeking a talented and experienced Design Manager to lead their Menswear and Boyswear categories. This is an exciting opportunity to drive creative direction across woven, jersey, and leisurewear ranges while managing a small, high-performing design team. Based in Manchester, you'd be working across a diverse global customer base including the UK, EU, US, and Canada, you will play a key role in delivering commercially successful and trend-led collections.
Main Responsibilities Will Include:
- Driving the design vision across menswear and boyswear categories including woven, jersey, and leisure
- Collaborating closely with the Head of Department to align on strategy, range direction, and key objectives
- Overseeing the end-to-end design process from concept through to final product
- Leading and managing a team of 3 designers, providing clear direction, mentorship, and development
- Ensuring all collections are trend-led, commercially viable, and aligned with customer requirements
- Working across multiple international customers (UK, EU, US, Canada), adapting designs to market needs
- Presenting concepts, ranges, and seasonal direction to internal stakeholders and clients
- Managing workload, timelines, and critical paths to ensure on-time delivery
- Partnering with cross-functional teams including buying, merchandising, and technical teams
Person Specification:
- Proven experience in a Design Manager or Senior Designer role within menswear
- Strong background across woven, jersey, and/or leisurewear categories
- Demonstrated experience managing and developing
- Ability to work across multiple customers and adapt to different brand identities
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
- Passion for product, innovation, and trend awareness
Design Manager (Mens & Boys) in Manchester employer: TRP Recruitment
Join a leading fashion company in Manchester that champions creativity and innovation, offering a vibrant work culture where your design vision can flourish. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team while collaborating with international markets, ensuring your contributions are both impactful and rewarding. Enjoy competitive benefits and a dynamic environment that values trend awareness and product passion, making it an ideal place for those looking to make their mark in the fashion industry.
