Senior Menswear Designer | Athleisure, Performance & Sportswear | Flexi Hours | North West
An exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest-growing performance brands, which has enjoyed consistent growth over recent years and has ambitious plans for the future. The business is now at a pivotal stage in its journey and is looking to strengthen its growing apparel design team with an experienced Senior Menswear Designer.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative, commercially minded designer with a passion for menswear, sportswear and performance-led product.
Key Responsibilities
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Drive seasonal menswear design direction, using data, customer insight and market intelligence to inform creative and commercial decisions.
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Lead the design and development of assigned ranges from initial concept through to final production.
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Research seasonal colours and develop cohesive, commercially relevant colour palettes.
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Translate global apparel and performance trends into distinctive, brand-right product.
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Conduct functional research to understand performance requirements and sport-specific demands.
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Attend overseas development trips, inspiration visits and competitor benchmarking trips.
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Produce accurate CADs and detailed technical packs for production.
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Work closely with Materials, Product Development and Wholesale teams to build cohesive ranges and deliver successful SMU and exclusive launches.
About You
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Proven experience in apparel design, ideally within menswear, with a strong sportswear, athleisure or jersey background.
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Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
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Strong technical knowledge of pattern cutting, garment construction and fit.
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Thorough understanding of the product development and production process, from concept through to bulk.
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Ability to translate research, trends and consumer insight into commercially successful product.
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Strong awareness of the sportswear market and emerging performance trends.
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Excellent understanding of the consumer, brand positioning and commercial requirements.
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A collaborative and adaptable approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
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