Designer - JET

TFG (The Foschini Group); Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TFG (The Foschini Group) invites a Designer to craft visually engaging designs that meet brand standards and project goals. You will work with cross-functional teams to develop concepts and deliver high-quality assets for digital and print, ensuring consistency across seasonal ranges.

Strong CAD and trend interpretation will drive commercial, customer-focused outcomes across multiple channels. You will manage the design process through the critical path, briefing patternmakers, coordinating with

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Fashion Design or Clothing Management.
• Relevant work experience of 3-5 years.
• Manufacturing and supplier experience beneficial.
• Practical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and trims.

Responsibilities

• Create look and feel for seasonal merchandise based on global trends and brand direction.
• Incorporate brand handwriting into ranges.
• Brief and guide design team on trend and branding direction.
• Present and develop key items for Foschini retail team considering fabrics and price points.
• Monitor weekly sales and season developments to stay aligned with consumer demand.
• Provide CAD drawings and tech packs for cost-effective product development.
• Offer test options for new categories and iterate existing lines.
• Keep buying teams updated with trend information that matches brand.

Skills

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Planning & organizing

Deadline driven

Communicate effectively

Education

Fashion Design or Clothing Management qualification

3-5 years relevant work experience

Manufacturing and supplier experience beneficial

Garment construction, fabrics and trims knowledge

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

A Designer is responsible for creating visually engaging designs that align with brand standards and project objectives. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop concepts and deliver high-quality assets across digital and print platforms. Additionally, they ensure consistency, manage multiple projects, and stay updated on design trends to drive creativity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Create look and feel for seasonal merchandise, based on global trend and key lessons learnt (includes direction on silhouette, styling and fabric, print and colour). Essential to have a commercial eye and be able to interpret international trends for the customer
• Incorporate brand handwriting / personality into the ranges
• Briefing graphic designer and outwork team on trend and branding direction
• Present and Develop Key Items for Foschini retail team for the upcoming season taking key platform fabrics and price points into consideration
• This individual is also responsible for monitoring weekly sales and continuous developments throughout the season ensuring that the brand remains relevant and in line with consumer demand
• Provide comprehensive and technical CAD drawings and tech packs, to ensure relevant and cost-effective product
• Provide effective test options in order to establish new product categories, and relevant iterations on existing product lines.
• Provide the buying teams with regular relevant and aspirational trend information that is brand right
• Managing the design process throughout the critical path -from briefing patternmaker thoroughly and working closely with all internal customers (merchandise, fabric, pattern and sample room teams) to ensure that samples are effectively executed
• This individual needs to ensure all garments purchased meet the retail customer’s satisfaction with regards to quality and costs

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Fashion Design or Clothing Management
• Relevant work experience of 3-5 years
• Manufacturing and supplier experience beneficial
• Practical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and trims

Skills

• Initiative and self-motivation important, able to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent Skills in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator (Adobe suit), InDesign, Microsoft Office.
• Has good interpersonal and communication skills
• Has a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Has good planning and organising skills and be able to prioritise
• Is reliable and hard working
• Is able to work under pressure to meet regular deadlines

Behaviours

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Collaborates - effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Persuades - effectively influences others by gaining support and commitment in the delivery of organisational goals and objectives
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Enjoys working in a team

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry. We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes. Are you with us?