Job Description
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for one of my clients who are an established ladies-wear supplier to a variety of High Street retailers who are looking to hire a Tailoring and Outerwear Designer to join their team.
This is a great opportunity to be involved in an exciting business based in Hertfordshire 5 days a week.
Main Responsibilities Will Include:
- Regular customer meetings and daily liaison with Buyers
- Presenting ranges to the customer
- Fabric sourcing
- Overseeing development of all sampling ensuring deadlines are met
- Range planning- using all relevant research and catwalk information to build customer specific ranges
- Completing Tech Packs ensuring sufficient information is provided
- Directional/Comparative shopping trips- completing relevant reports
- Bring new and exciting ranges that maintain a leading edge on competitors
- Guiding customers and buyers on market trends
- Developing and sourcing new trims and fabrics
- Producing accurate and detailed CAD drawings for sampling
- Carrying out trend research and analysis and creating mood boards
Person Requirements:
- Previous Tailored and outerwear experience essential
- Experience of working with High Street retailers
- Good working relationships with Buyers
- Must be able to deal with high volume business
- Experience working within a supplier is essential
- Excellent communications skills for liaising with buyers
- PC literate
