Design Team Lead

Michael Page; Fatih; On-site; TRY 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is assisting a well-established fashion brand in the retail sector to recruit a Design Team Lead responsible for overseeing the design processes and mentoring a team to deliver innovative loungewear and outerwear collections.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align designs with market trends, conduct trend research, and ensure end-to-end design excellence from concept to production while maintaining brand identity.

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Design or related field.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Excellent English communication.
• Strong experience in loungewear and outerwear design.
• Ability to lead a design team and oversee the creative process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design team to create high-quality collections.
• Develop and execute innovative designs focusing on loungewear and outerwear.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align concepts with market trends.
• Oversee end-to-end design process from concept to production.

Skills

Loungewear design

Outerwear design

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

As a Design Team Lead in the retail industry, you will oversee the design processes and manage a team to create innovative and market-relevant collections. You will bring expertise in fashion design, with a focus on loungewear and outerwear, to drive the success of the department.

Our client is a well-established fashion brand specializing in intimate apparel, loungewear, and ready-to-wear collections, serving a broad and loyal customer base.

Description

• Lead and manage the design team to ensure the creation of high-quality collections.
• Develop and execute innovative designs, focusing on loungewear and outerwear categories.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design concepts with market trends and business goals.
• Conduct research to stay updated on the latest trends and apply them effectively in designs.
• Oversee the end-to-end design process, from concept development to final production.
• Ensure designs meet quality standards and align with brand identity.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Prepare and present design concepts and collections to stakeholders.

Profile

• A degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Good command of English.
• Strong experience specifically in loungewear and outerwear design.
• Ability to manage a design team and oversee the creative process effectively.
• Excellent understanding of current fashion trends and market demands.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse teams.

Job Offer

If you're excited about leading teams, driving innovation, and bringing inspiring collections to life, we'd love to hear from you.