Senior Womenswear Designer (Apparel Supplier)

Made Consultancy Group; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

International brand exposure

Trade fairs & trend trips

Private health insurance

Relocation support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Tailor-Made Recruitment Consultancy is seeking a Senior Fashion Designer to lead the full collection development process in Barcelona, from trend research to production, for an established apparel maker.

You will develop seasonal concepts, shape commercial ranges, and collaborate with pattern, sampling and production teams. Present collections to clients and manage revisions, with domestic and international travel encouraged. Fluent English required; Spanish/Catalan an advantage.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of design experience in the apparel industry, ideally on the manufacturer or brand side.
• Strong expertise in at least one category: womenswear, menswear or kidswear.
• Advanced proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop; CLO 3D or similar 3D design software is a plus.
• Solid technical knowledge of fabrics, pattern-making, production techniques and costing.
• Fluent English; Spanish and/or Catalan is an advantage.
• Excellent presentation, communication and leadership skills.
• Creative, solution-oriented and able to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal collection concepts, themes and colour palettes.
• Monitor global fashion trends and translate insights into collections.
• Prepare technical drawings and tech packs; manage sampling process.
• Collaborate with suppliers on fabric, trim and accessory selection.
• Work with pattern-making, sampling and production teams through product development.
• Present collections to clients and brand representatives; manage revisions.

Education

Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design or a related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

CLO 3D

Job description

Tailor-Made Recruitment Consultancy | Apparel Manufacturing | Barcelona, Spain | Full-Time

About Us

Tailor-Made Recruitment Consultancy is a global recruitment consultancy with deep roots in the retail, fashion, apparel and textile ecosystem. Drawing on years of industry expertise and an extensive international network, we deliver recruitment solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs, connecting exceptional talent with the companies shaping the future of fashion.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and fast-growing apparel manufacturer serving both domestic and international markets. With a strong production infrastructure, partnerships with global brands and a design-driven vision, the company stands out in the industry. To strengthen its design team in Barcelona, it is now looking for a Senior Fashion Designer.

Role Purpose

To lead the full collection development process, from trend research to production, creating commercially successful collections that meet the expectations of the brand and its clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop seasonal collection concepts, themes and colour palettes
• Monitor global fashion trends, market dynamics and competitor activity, and translate insights into collections
• Prepare technical drawings (flat sketches) and tech packs, and manage the sampling process
• Work closely with suppliers on fabric, trim and accessory selection
• Collaborate with pattern-making, sampling and production teams throughout product development
• Present collections to clients and brand representatives, and manage revisions based on feedback
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the growth of the design team
• Balance creative vision with commercial requirements, cost targets and production capabilities

Requirements

• RequirementsDegree in Fashion Design, Textile Design or a related field
• Minimum 7 years of design experience in the apparel industry, ideally on the manufacturer or brand side
• Strong expertise in at least one category: womenswear, menswear or kidswear [product group can be specified: knitwear, wovens, denim, etc.]
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with CLO 3D or similar 3D design software is a plus
• Solid technical knowledge of fabrics, pattern-making, production techniques and costing
• Fluent English; Spanish and/or Catalan is a strong advantage
• Excellent presentation, communication and leadership skills
• Creative, solution-oriented and able to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package, above industry average
• The opportunity to work with international brands and shape global collections
• Participation in international trade fairs and trend-research trips
• Private health insurance and meal allowance [to be updated per client]
• Relocation support for the right candidate [if applicable]
• A creative, supportive work environment with clear room for career growth
• The chance to live and work in one of Europe’s most vibrant fashion and design cities