Location: Leicester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGM1578

The Company:

A Ladieswear Cad Designer with a jerseywear background is needed to join a highly successful supplier to both the UK and international markets. They supply to similar to Urban Outfitters, Miss Selfridge, Lipsy and Asos.

The Role:

• Liaising directly with UK and European high street Buyers regarding design and sales.
• Bringing in new business and working with existing clients.
• Developing a range of stylish ladieswear.
• Creating designs from initial first pattern to developing the sample.
• Producing commercial and accurate design specifications.
• Researching and developing new ranges to compliment and drive forward existing products.
• Working within the team to meet briefs.
• Helping deliver products on budget.
• Attending fit sessions.
• Working in a fast-paced environment.
• Working to critical paths.
• Attending fashion and trade shows if and when needed.

Skills Required:

• Self motivated and driven Designer with a specific focus on jerseywear.
• Understanding of how to work with factories and manage sample development.
• Strong design background in jersey wear with a good commercial awareness.
• Working/worked for a supplier to high street retailers.
• Fully computer literate including CAD.
• Working knowledge of critical paths.
• Self-motivated, confident and organised.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willing to travel if and when needed.
• This is a 12 Month Maternity cover.