Licensed Designer- Homeware

People Marketing Fashion Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative fashion recruitment agency is seeking a Licensed Homeware Designer to join their growing team on a remote basis in Greater Manchester. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in licensed design, particularly in Drinkware categories. Responsibilities include generating concept boards, collaborating on product development, and conducting market research. Commitment to sustainability and attention to detail are essential for this role. This role offers a full-time position within the art and creative job function.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Licensed design is essential.
• Experience in Drinkware is advantageous.
• Proactive mindset and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Generate concept boards and mood boards for collections.
• Collaborate with product development on design feasibility.
• Conduct market research for emerging trends.

Skills

Licensed design experience

Experience in Drinkware

Proactive and self-starting

Attention to detail

Job description

Recruitment Manager @ People Marketing | Fashion & Textile Expert

A growing, friendly business is looking for a Licensed Homeware Designer on a remote basis to be part of their business in Greater Manchester.

You will work alongside the’extérieur design team to help drive creativity across the various customer accounts, as well as Merchandising and Technical to ensure your designs are brought to life and delivered into the customer.

This role is with a homeware prendere, so you will be covering many aspects of home, with a strong focus on Drinkware‑Glasses, Water Bottles, Mugs etc.

You will be designing across various licenses, so you will also be working closely with them to ensure your designs meet the required guidelines.

They are looking for someone with Licensed Design experience.

This role is Remote, with occasional travel to their offices in Greater Manchester.

Licensed Designer- Homeware- The Role:

• Stay updated on current fashion trends, materials, and techniques and analyse competitor products to inform the design process
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences.
• Generate and maintain a high standard of design within the customer brief, working to a customer CP per phase.
• Create concept boards and mood boards for each season or collection.
• Collaborate with product development teams to ensure designs are technically feasible and cost-effective.
• Consider sustainability and ethical practices when selecting materials.
• Collaborate with dumped to refine designs and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain design development from initial meeting with the customer
• Regular store visits/shop reports
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the customer base when creating designs.
• Stay informed about industry regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements.
• Assistネ the Senior Designer with the coaching and development of Assistant/Junior designers
• Work closely with the sales team to ensure best sellers are covered.
• Coordinate with the Senior Designer and Account Manager to ensure price needs are met at the design stage.
• Complete tech packs when required
• Support junior members of the team on checking initial samples and 1st sample comments.
• Support the design team to ensure all key dates are achieved.
• Attend licensor showcases and share with the wider team.
• Clearly communicate design concepts and specifications to manufacturers and production teams.

Licensed Designer- Homeware- The Person:

• Previous experience in Licensed design is a must
• Experience in Drinkware is advantageous
• Pro‑active and selfspurting
• Originates / takes action so as organisational goals can be met
• Demonstrates attention to detail and standards of excellence

We regret that due to the high amount of interest that we receive startups for each of our vacancies, if you do not hear from one of our consultants within 5 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Art/Creative

Industries

• Retail Apparel and Fashion