Senior Designer - Boyswear

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Boyswear Designer to join a growing company of fashion brands. We are looking for an individual who has a background in denim design and a passion for woven product and workwear. Working in a vibrant and fast-paced environment, the successful candidate will be responsible for creating multi-product seasonal collections for two heritage boyswear denim brands. This role requires a deep understanding of both boyswear and denim design, construction and fabrication, as well as the ability to design in capsule collections.

Main responsibilities:

• Drive the design and creative direction for both denim brands, creating contemporary and fashion forward ranges for a global market across multi-product design categories from denim, jersey & sweat through to outerwear
• Management of critical path deadlines from creative concept to completion
• Source, develop and select high-quality fabrics / handlooms that meet design and production requirements
• Develop and maintain an understanding of current and future trends in boyswear/menswear
• Produce detailed technical specifications and sketches
• Conduct fit sessions and sample reviews with technical team
• Presenting collections to senior management and stakeholders
• Analyse market / sales data and consumer feedback to inform design decisions
• Constant communication and relationship building with factories, mills and in-country teams, working closely with the production, technical and merchandising teams

Person specifications:

• At least 5 years of experience as a wovens designer in the boyswear/menswear industry
• Proven track record of designing successful and commercially viable collections
• Strong understanding of menswear design principles, trends, and best practices
• Excellent technical drawing and sketching skills
• Highly proficient in CAD software (e.g. Adobe Suite)
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, textiles, and production processes
• An understanding of print techniques & processes would be a bonus