Designer- Girlswear

Vogue Sourcing UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunity

Vitality private medical insurance (after 2 years service)

Job summary

Vogue Sourcing UK is looking for a Girlswear Designer to join their dynamic team in Manchester or Leicester. This role involves creating original design ideas, sourcing fabrics, and developing seasonal themes.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of design experience, a good understanding of Illustrator and Photoshop, and be flexible to travel as needed. A benefits package is included, offering flexible working and private medical insurance after 2 years.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Design.
• Good understanding of Illustrator and/or Photoshop.
• Ability to travel to Leicester and occasionally overseas.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop original design ideas and concepts.
• Source relevant fabrics to meet design requirements.
• Create specs/tech packs for factories.

Skills

Creative and trend driven

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Working knowledge of Illustrator and/or Photoshop

Team player

Job description

Vogue Sourcing is an exciting fast paced and dynamic fashion supplier with offices around the globe. We are searching for a Girlswear Designer to join our team based in Manchester or Leicester.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creating and developing original design ideas, concepts, embroideries, fabrications and seasonal themes
• Sourcing of relevant fabrics to meet the design requirements
• Responsible for own account
• Developing original themes for seasonal collections
• Creating specs/tech packs for our factories
• Ensuring critical path is adhered to, and keep on top of all key dates
• Assist the design process
• Liaising with factories and overseas offices
• Creating relationships with buyers
• Inspiration and sourcing trips abroad
• Trend packs/ colour inspiration
• Managing expenses and returns

ABOUT YOU

• +3 years minimum background in Design
• A good understanding of illustrator and or photoshop
• Creative and trend driven with a good eye for colour and fabric
• Flexible and able to travel to Leicester and occasional overseas travel.
• Attentive to detail with the ability to think creatively
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player and able to build relationships
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• To be able to deal with all challenges in a calm and positive manner

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Flexible working opportunity
• Vitality private medical insurance (after 2 years service)