Footwear Designer

1 week ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom u&i Search Full time

Job Title: Footwear Designer - Trendsetter

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Footwear Designer to join our team at u&i Search. As a Footwear Designer, you will be responsible for creating high-quality designs and products that meet the needs of our clients in the UK retail market.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop footwear products that are on-trend and meet the brief
  • Conduct thorough research to ensure designs are well-informed and meet customer needs
  • Work closely with the design team and account managers to deliver high-quality products
  • Travel independently to sources and comp shops to gather inspiration and information
  • Provide clear and timely trend analysis to maximize sales opportunities
  • Manage the design workload to ensure sales opportunities are maximized
  • Build positive and professional relationships with the design team and other departments

Requirements:

  • Education to degree level in design and relevant footwear qualification
  • 2-3 years of experience in a design department of a footwear business
  • Sound knowledge of the UK footwear market
  • Experience of travel for sourcing and development trips
  • Proficiency in design programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience

How to Apply:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By applying for this role, you will be asked to consent to the u&i Search GDPR Policy.



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