Junior Brand Manager

Ga Creative Brands; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel company is seeking a skilled Headwear Designer to join their creative team. This role involves designing innovative headwear across various categories, ensuring a balance between creativity and commercial viability. The ideal candidate has a degree in Fashion Design and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams and developing technical packs. The position offers a dynamic and supportive work environment as well as exposure to international trends.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape design direction

Exposure to international markets

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of proven experience in design, preferably in headwear or accessories.
• Strong understanding of market trends in fashion and sportswear.

Responsibilities

• Create trend-right headwear designs across multiple categories.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure designs meet brand standards.
• Oversee fabric and branding development, ensuring sample quality.

Skills

Advanced Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)

Technical knowledge of fabrics and trims

Understanding of global streetwear

Ability to balance creativity with practicality

Education

Degree / Diploma in Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

KU Tradingis a leading name in apparel and accessories, known for combining innovation, quality, and trend-driven design.

We're expanding our creative team and seeking a highly skilledHeadwear Designerto form part of our headwear design department.

Role Overview

As a Headwear Designer, you will play a role in the creative process from concept to production across all headwear categories. This role requires exceptional versatility, blending creativity, technical expertise, and market awareness. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams (merchandising, production, and sales) to deliver collections that meet both brand vision and customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development: Create innovative, trend‑right headwear designs across multiple categories (caps, beanies, bucket hats, fashion headwear, etc.). Develop seasonal collections with detailed technical packs and CADs. Ensure designs balance creativity with commercial viability. Trend Research & Conceptualization. Technical & Product Knowledge. Oversee fabric, trim, print, and branding development. Work with suppliers on material sourcing, construction techniques, and fit. Approve samples and ensure product quality aligns with brand standards. Collaboration & Leadership: Liaise with sales and marketing to ensure designs resonate with target customers. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting strict deadlines. Maintain organized design archives, spec sheets, and sample libraries.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Degree / Diploma in Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or a related field. 1-3 years of proven experience in design (headwear / accessories). Vast, multi-disciplinary skill set, including: Advanced Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) + Microsoft Excel. Strong technical knowledge of fabrics, trims, branding, and manufacturing. Strong understanding of global streetwear, fashion, and sportswear markets. Ability to balance creativity with commercial practicality.

What We Offer

Opportunity to lead and shape KU Trading's headwear design direction. Exposure to international markets and trend-driven projects. A dynamic, creative, and supportive work environment.

• How to Apply
• Submit your portfolio, CV, and cover letter showcasing your design range and technical expertise to()