Job Description
You’ll be…
* Researching, developing and creating a balanced range, including developing big deals, key seasonal shapes, selecting fabrics, trends and items for the TOPSHOP/TOPMAN customer
* Develop a cohesive range for the department, ensuring that product reflects the Brand strategy, the range is without gaps or duplication, and that the season is logically and commercially thought through
* Presenting trend research to other teams including Buying and Commercial leadership, where relevant
* Collaborating across departments and functions of the business including Marketing, to ensure the design vision is communicated clearly
* Identifying and executing new product opportunities as they emerge in the market
* Contributing to business wide initiatives and projects, positively influencing and championing change
* Using relevant sales data and insights to design commercially relevant, fashion forward ranges
* Anticipating the needs of the 20-something customer, using sales data, customer profile analytics and trend research to deliver commercial product ranges
* Sourcing new fabrications, techniques and trimmings
* Working closely with in-house Buying teams – collaborating to create fresh product, each season and shape the product direction for the department, ensuring that it is aligned to the brand and divisional strategy
* Working with the Technical team on fits on a weekly basis, identifying and helping create new silhouette blocks for the department and produce a commercial range
* Building relationships with suppliers and advising factories on direction, silhouette, construction, key details, fabrics, trimmings and artworks.
* Managing, developing and motivating more junior team members, providing them with clear direction and regular feedback
* Supporting and deputising for the Head of Design as required, for example, attending product reviews or guiding the team on range building
* Maintaining a clear understanding of brand purpose and Fashion with Integrity and ensuring these principles are fully embedded within the team. Looking for opportunities to use sustainable materials wherever possible
* Agreeing styling and visual merchandising guidelines with Studios and Global teams
* Leading/Role model and building a strong team of junior levels, with a focus on growing future talent
* Providing clear direction and development to the team, identifying individual training needs and encouraging collaborative ways of working
* Motivating and engaging the team through recognition and regular feedback
Qualifications
We’d love to meet, someone with…
* Significant experience in Jersey or Soft & Separates product areas
* Previous experience of direct sourcing from fabric mills, with knowledge of cut and construction
* Experience of working cross-functionally to deliver initiatives that have a positive commercial impact
* Proven ability to drive the success of a department or brand through strategic and commercial thinking
* A commercial handwriting and strong understanding of the TOPSHOP/TOPMAN Brand and Customer
* Experience with Photoshop, Adobe, CAD
* Plugged into 20-something culture and fashion, passionate about the product
* Strong organisation skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* The ability to build great relationships with colleagues across the business and suppliers alike
* Can gain buy in from the team and management to potentialise opportunities
* Embraces and champions the benefits of change within the wider team
* Demonstrates an effective and inclusive leadership style, role modelling positive behaviours and providing the team with clear direction and development
* Comfortable travelling in the UK and internationally for supplier/product development meetings and inspirational purposes
Additional Information
BeneFITS’
* Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
* ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
* Employee sample sales
* Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
* 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* Private medical care scheme
* Flexible benefits allowance - which you can choose to take as extra cash, or use towards other benefits