Knitwear Designer

2 weeks ago

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom 4th & Reckless Full time

The Knitwear Designer is responsible for leading the knitwear design process from concept to production, ensuring that our knitwear collections are innovative, on-trend, and meet the highest quality standards.Suitable applicants will possess a strong technical understanding of knitwear construction, excellent design skills, and a proven track record of developing successful knitwear products. The Knitwear Designer will work cross-functionally with key departments, including buying, marketing, and garment technology, to drive commercial success while mentoring and developing junior members of the design team.ResponsibilitiesResearch and identify current and emerging knitwear trends, including styles, colours, yarns, and techniques.Lead the development of original knitwear designs, including sketches, technical drawings, and specifications.Create seasonal knitwear collections that align with the brand's aesthetic and target market.Select appropriate yarns, stitches, and knitwear techniques for each design.Oversee the creation of prototypes and samples, ensuring accurate execution of designs.Approve final line-ups, ensuring product range aligns with customer needs and commercial objectivesEvaluate market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitor activity to drive future design strategies and directionOversee collection planning, ensuring design workstreams align with critical path and business prioritiesMentor and develop junior designers, providing guidance on both creative and technical aspectsCollaborate with senior members (Buying, Marketing, Merchandising) to align creative directionReact strategically to trade and performance feedback, driving quick-turn updates or edits to enhance sell-throughProfileExtensive experience in knitwear design, with a strong track record of designing commercially successful knitwear collectionsProven experience conducting market and trend research, with the ability to translate insights into commercially relevant, brand-aligned collections.Advanced proficiency with Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)Confident in producing high-quality CADs, moodboards, and presentation materials.Strong technical skills in garment construction and product development, including creating and reviewing detailed tech packs and prototypesExperience negotiating with suppliers and managing high-level vendor relationships with confidence and professionalismExcellent organisational and project management skills, able to manage multiple deadlines, oversee the critical path, and balance creative output with business prioritiesCollaborative approach with cross-functional teams (Buying, Merchandising, Garment Tech, Marketing), ensuring alignment at all stages of the design and development processResilient, adaptable, and solution-oriented, with a forward-thinking, trend-led design approachBenefitsBirthday day off25-day holidayFlexible hoursVibrant team40% off staff discountTeam socialsFree ParkingCompetitionsHybrid working - 4 days in the Altrincham office #J-18808-Ljbffr

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