Ladieswear CAD Designer (TGM2206) – £35k

Tagged Resources; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ladieswear supplier in the UK is seeking a Ladieswear Cad Designer to join their team. The role involves liaising with high street buyers, developing stylish ladieswear, and working closely with factories on sample development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in jerseywear design, excellent communication skills, and be self-motivated. This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with potential travel for trade shows.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Ladieswear Designer focusing on jerseywear.
• Experience in managing sample development and factory collaboration.
• Good commercial awareness and design skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with UK and European retailers for design and sales.
• Develop a range of stylish ladieswear products.
• Produce commercial design specifications and range developments.
• Work within budget and meet project briefs.

Skills

Self motivated and driven Designer

Understanding of how to work with factories

Strong design background in jersey wear

Working for a supplier to high street retailers

Fully computer literate including CAD

Working knowledge of critical paths

Excellent communication skills

Willing to travel

Job description

Location: Leicester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGM2206

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. This is a 12 Month Maternity cover.

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.