About us:
At AM London Fashion Ltd, we are passionate about delivering high-quality, trend-led fashion through our brand, Threadbare. Established in 2017, we have built a reputation for designing stylish, accessible clothing that keeps our customers ahead of the fashion curve.
Our ever-expanding team of designers and industry experts ensures that Threadbare stays at the forefront of fashion, blending catwalk-inspired trends with wearable, everyday style. We source inspiration from global fashion capitals and street-style movements, translating them into collections that are both contemporary and affordable.
With a commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and quality craftsmanship, we strive to create clothing that not only looks great but is also responsibly made. At AM London Fashion Ltd, we believe fashion should be a force for good, and we are dedicated to shaping a future where style and sustainability go hand in hand.
We're now looking for an established Senior Womenswear Designer, ideally with experience in woven, nightwear and jersey, to work in our Manchester HQ.
Key roles and responsibilities:
* Creating and developing original design ideas and concepts.
* Working with key suppliers to source relevant or new fabrics.
* Creating design packs quickly and efficiently, with all key information included.
* Leading trend and colour forecasts and presentations.
* Managing and developing junior members of the team
* Liaising with Account Managers/ buyers regularly in order to ensure the development arrives in a timely manner.
* Liaising with factories and overseas offices.
* Organising work travel with suppliers and creating sourcing packs for development on the trip.
* Range reviews with Directors
* Work to departmental deadlines and critical paths to ensure product is supplied within an effective timeframe to the customer.
* Managing expenses and returns.
* Plan and execute inspirations sourcing trips, including opportunity for overseas travel
* Leading WGSN updates to the wider business as well as trend information from social channels, e.g., Tik Tok Instagram and TV Shows.
* Keeping on top of sample and organising storage spaces
* Ownership of the Design ranges and development.
Skills required:
* Commercial / high street design experience preferred
* Experience of international travel, including supplier meeting, sourcing trips and comp shops
* +6 years minimum background in design
* Experience working within Womenswear.
* Excellent understanding of Illustrator and/or Photoshop
* Confident at CAD work.
* Creative and trend driven with an eye for colour and fabric
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Team player and able to build relationships
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* Manage challenges in a calm and positive manner.
* Understand the different customer handwritings and adapt designs accordingly.
* Work quickly and efficiently under time pressures.
* Proactive nature to work with different part of the business, e.g. QC, Buyer and external customers.
* Leadership skills
* Excellent fabric knowledge and understanding of production.
What we can offer you:
* 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, plus your birthday off
* Generous 40% staff discount and sample sales
* 25% friends and family discount
* Company Pension Scheme
* Length of Service Awards
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
* Some flexibility of your working hours