Senior Knitwear Designer (TGM2128) - £45k-£50k

Location: Leicester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGM2128

An excellent opportunity for aSenior Knitwear Designer to join a well-established supplier of ladies' high fashion to wholesalers, independent outlets, retailers and stores throughout the UK and Europe

The Role:

• Designing commercial ranges for high street fashion.
• Working on and managing a number of accounts for leading high street retailers.
• Keeping up to date with current trends.
• Designing/developing collections and adapting to each customer.
• Completing costing.
• Working closely with Buyers.
• Sourcing fabrics and trims.
• Liaising with overseas suppliers.
• Attending design meetings and presenting collections.
• Comp shopping.
• Attending trade shows.

Skills Required:

• Design background is essential.
• Experience of dealing with high street retailers and presenting designs/ranges.
• Keen eye for detail and the ability to work autonomously.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Confidence to work alone as well as part of a team.
• Photoshop/Illustrator knowledge.