Designer - Ladies Wovens

TRP Recruitment ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with major retail clients

Career development support

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a talented Designer - Ladies Wovens for a premier client in Greater London. This is a unique opportunity for a creative individual with strong CAD skills to develop seasonal collections for major retail accounts. Alongside trend research, you'll work closely with both suppliers and account managers, ensuring collections meet market trends. This role offers the chance for significant career progression within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with suppliers in soft wovens.
• Demonstrable ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong fashion sense and commercially minded approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal mood boards and trend guides.
• Create seasonal capsule collections.
• Research and source new design ideas and materials.
• Design and develop commercially viable woven products.
• Liaise with suppliers and production teams.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Strong technical pack skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Good eye for fashion trends

Effective communication skills

Job description

Designer - Ladies Wovens

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile soft woven designer to join their creative team. The successful candidate will work across multiple large retail accounts, including supermarkets and high-volume retailers. This role is ideal for a commercially minded designer with a keen fashion sense and experience working with suppliers. You will collaborate closely with account managers and attend meetings with buyers, contributing to the development of innovative and market-ready collections.

Main responsibilities and duties

• Develop seasonal mood boards and trend guides in collaboration with the design team
• Create seasonal capsule collections
• Research and source new design ideas, fabrics, trims, and finishes to ensure product innovation and competitiveness
• Design and develop commercially viable and fashion-forward woven products, focusing on both aesthetic appeal and market trends
• Participate in regular design meetings with customer teams to ensure collections align with client expectations and commercial goals
• Liaise with suppliers and production teams to source and develop fabrics and trims, maintaining strong supplier relationships

Person Specification

• Proven experience working with suppliers in a woven/separates environment, with a strong background in soft wovens
• Demonstrable ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Proficiency in CAD software, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator, with strong technical pack skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail in developing range plans and technical specifications
• A good eye for fashion trends combined with a commercially savvy approach to design
• Confident and professional IT and communication skills, enabling effective participation in customer meetings and cross-team collaboration
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, demonstrating flexibility and proactive problem-solving skills

Benefits & Career Development

• Opportunity to work with major retail clients on high-volume accounts
• Exposure to a broad range of woven product categories and seasonal collections
• Develop your skills in trend research, product development, and supplier management
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression in a dynamic industry sector

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design

Industries

• Retail Apparel and Fashion