Garment Designer
TRC Group are looking for a Creative Designer, on behalf of one of our long-standing clients, a leading supplier and distributor of apparel based in Crewe. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join a vibrant family-run business, where trust and honesty are at the core of their values.
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5pm - typically an early finish Friday, of 2:30pm
Salary: £23,800-£26,000 (DOE)
The Role:
You will be joining the fast-paced product design team, primarily designing hosiery, reporting into the Managing Director.
You will be responsible for the following:
1. Act as a leader and point-person for men's and women's hosiery apparel.
2. Contribute to seasonal concept as it applies to category and translation to product.
3. Responsible for time management of categories and adherence to our production calendar.
4. Continually doing market and trend research, fabric R&D, and product innovation.
5. Creating and maintaining CADS, sketches, and coloration of all styles within the apparel category.
6. Communicating with vendors + cross-functional team partners.
7. Preparing, organizing, and presenting during design milestone meetings.
8. Maintaining and approving lab dips, fabric + trim developments, and artwork.
9. Maintaining a seasonal calendar and meet all mileston...