Current Vacancies

Principal Product Designer

Location – Hampshire

Full – Time Permanent

Ideally candidate would come from a Garment Technology or Product Development background.

Your New Role

In this role you will manage the design engineering process for a highly specialised product set. You will be providing the highest level of engineering subject matter expertise to drive forward product development and innovation. 

What You Can Expect from the Role

Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Managing allocated product category/categories, providing the highest level of design subject matter expertise within individual contract terms or service level agreements.
• Planning, coordinating and supervising activities relating to major contracts and overall portfolio of work
• Producing high quality technical design outputs, using a range of industry processes and systems
• Identifying shortcomings in existing product design or use, then suggesting and implementing improvements while developing and delivering product roadmap changes and new product development.
• Managing the knowledge management system with guidance from senior colleagues, including contributing to the development of the system
• Uncovering emerging design, quality, safety and operational issues or needs. Identifying potential causes, barriers and key stakeholders as well as related issues
• Developing procedures and interprets and applying policy and regulatory requirements to own product area, ensuring product set keeps pace with / sets the pace for compliance and best practice. Monitoring impact of product developments, ensuring design remains commercially successful
• Analysing and evaluating the feasibility and relevance of proposed complex products and services, making recommendations for development, replacement or retirement. May be responsible for supervising activities performed by other members of the team in service of overall product development
• Managing a portfolio of change projects while reporting to senior colleagues
• Recommending changes to policies, processes, standards and practices that would improve operational support and better meet customer need
• Identifying and evaluates complex, expertise-led solutions against a range of criteria to find the ones that best meet business and customer need

The Experience, Qualifications and Skills You Will Have

Essential Criteria:

Educated to University degree level within design, textiles or engineering

5+ years experience in a design, product development role, preferably within textiles or product engineering.

Experience of general supervision or management of more junior colleagues

Why You Should Work for Us

Competitive Salary

• 33 days holidays including public holidays
• Hybrid working policy
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday 
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance up to 4 X salary
• Pension Scheme
• Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

Import Merchandiser Administration Assistant

Manchester

Salary £20k-£21k with a review in the first year.

Our client a reputable and very successful supplier is currently looking for an Import Merchandiser Administration Assistant to join there busy knitwear department.

Responsibilities

Provide essential support to Merchandiser team, supporting with the day-to-day administration duties.

Work closely with Far East suppliers – raising & sending POs, chasing production sample, lab dips and ensuring factories are adhering to agreed delivery dates.

Manage all incoming samples by means of labelling / distributing /tracking.

Assist with reviewing sales performance and action rebuy / markdown where required.

Takes ownership of the critical path management and takes appropriate action on issues when they arise.

Approve packing lists, scan barcodes and authorise orders to ship.

Collate samples for photoshoots and maintain the photo tracker.

Monitor showroom product ensuring necessary updates.

Liaise closely with Senior Merchandiser, Dept Manager and QC Teams daily.

Assists colleagues by completing tasks outside of own job role when requested.

S k i l l s.

Computer literate. Advanced Excel.

Strong commercial awareness with an eye for understanding current trends and fashion that is driving sales.

Proactive, adaptable, able to use initiative.

Ability to work independently when required as well as being a strong team player.

Confident communication skills both verbal and written.

Eager to learn with a positive can-do approach and a willingness to learn technical aspects relating specifically to knitwear.

strives to improve the department’s operation and increase knowledge of self and related job function.

Benefits

Flexible Start/ Finish times.

Brand new fabulous office, in open plan environment, centrally based.

Frequent sample sales enabling you to update your wardrobe for both yourself, friends and family.

Opportunities for growth within the company.

An exciting opportunity to kick start your career in the fashion industry.

Merchandiser

E-commerce

Will consider an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandiser level

Manchester Central location

Salary dependant on experience

As an E-commerce Merchandiser, you will play a crucial role in maximizing the online sales and profitability of our e-commerce platform. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing merchandising strategies to drive customer engagement, conversion rates, and overall customer satisfaction. Your expertise in product presentation, data analysis, and market trends will be key in curating an appealing and seamless online shopping experience for our customers.

Responsibilities:

1. Product Curation and Presentation:

   • Select and curate products for the online store based on market trends, customer preferences, and sales performance.
   • Ensure product information, images, and descriptions are accurate, engaging, and optimized for search engines.
   • Collaborate with the creative team to ensure visually appealing product displays and layouts.

2. Inventory Management:

   • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the purchasing team to ensure adequate stock levels to meet customer demand.
   • Implement strategies to manage slow-moving inventory and clearance items effectively.

3. Pricing and Promotions:

   • Analyze pricing strategies and competitor pricing to ensure competitive and profitable pricing for products.
   • Plan and execute promotional activities such as discounts, offers, and bundling to boost sales and enhance customer loyalty.

4. Data Analysis:

   • Utilize analytics tools to track and analyze product performance, customer behavior, and sales trends.
   • Use data insights to make data-driven decisions on product assortment and merchandising strategies.

5. Customer Experience:

   • Collaborate with the customer support team to address product-related queries and issues promptly.
   • Continuously enhance the online shopping experience to improve customer satisfaction and retention.

6. Market Research:

   • Keep abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging e-commerce technologies.
   • Identify new opportunities and recommend strategies to stay ahead in the market.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an E-commerce Merchandiser or similar role in an online retail environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms
• Excellent understanding of online consumer behavior and e-commerce best practices.
• Creative mindset with an eye for design and product presentation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This job specification outlines the core responsibilities required for the role of an E-commerce Merchandiser. For further details please send over cv and we will have a further conversation with you with regards role and company.

Product Designer

Ideal background for candidate would be Product Developer, Garment Technologist, Pattern Experience.

Location Cheshire West – Commutable from Cheshire, Merseyside, South Manchester, North Wales and Shropshire region.

This is not a Pure Design Role.

Salary – Dependant on experience

Job Summary

This role reports to a Principal Product Designer for a specific class of products. It is focused on executing and coordinating product design tasks as part of a wider design team. This may include developing and using specialist garment design skills

Duties and responsibilities

• Analysis of customer requirements
• Development of design concepts using CAD/ CAM (Gerber & AutoCAD)
• Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and photography
• Participation in design reviews and customer meetings
• Preparation of design documentation
• Support manufacturing sites through New Product Introduction activities
• Research materials, processes, or market requirements
• Support prototype development working closely with machinists
• Provide customer support as required throughout the development process
• Support testing events, on-site and off-site
• Occasional travel to support business requirements
• Make presentations to present design ideas and concepts.

Skills

• Garment/product design
• Anthropometric sizing
• Gerber Pattern Design Software
• Auto CAD software
• Understanding of clothing manufacture
• Understanding of product validation, testing and qualification
• Technical documentation compilation (Report writing, Standard Operating Procedures, Qualification documentation)
• Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with company goals
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Senior Menswear Designer

Full-Time Central Manchester – Office Based Role

Salary unto £40k dependant on experience.