Junior Sportswear Designer

Junior Sportswear Designer

Location: Coventry

Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 per annum

Are you ready to contribute to a thriving business that is making waves in the world of bespoke textiles for the sporting goods market?

Here's your chance to be part of the company’s dynamic team, renowned for its influence and quality in the industry. With offices in Poland, Netherlands, and the UK, the company is the go-to destination for premium bespoke textiles.

The Role

As a Junior Fashion Designer and Co-ordinator based in Coventry, you will be an integral part of their mission. Your responsibilities include planning and designing innovative, premium product collections across various categories. From initial concept to the final product, you'll ensure the seamless execution of designs. Your role demands clothing experience, and in return, they offer a competitive salary and the autonomy to grow within the position.

What they are looking for:

The company are seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of experience, ready to make a significant impact. Your knowledge and passion for fashion design, understanding of premium styles and fabrics, and impeccable attention to detail will set you apart. If you're driven to learn, solve challenges, and be part of a professional and personal growth journey, this role is tailor-made for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the production team for trend, colour, product, and fabric research across various channels.
• Source fabrics and trims, manage trackers, and oversee key critical path dates.
• Work closely with the International Sales Manager and the wider product team to design and develop collection ranges.
• Create thumbnail designs and detailed design packs for manufacturing partners.
• Conduct thorough sample measurements and reviews based on sizes, quality, and additional details.
• Assist in communicating accurate product details to other teams within Operations and Marketing.
• Conduct quality and inventory checks for bulk shipments.
• Follow up on deliveries, monitor delivery times, and update the catalogue and website with the latest products and information.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ industry experience with multi-product exposure.
• Strong understanding of the design and development process, with critical path management experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with a global supply base.
• Fabric knowledge and sourcing with strong commercial awareness.
• Proficient with tech: Excel/Google Sheets/Docs/Drive/Monday.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The company thrive on pace, innovation, and adaptability. They encourage challenging the status quo and value the freedom to learn and grow. Their culture is diverse, inclusive, and empowering, free from discrimination. They celebrate employee wellbeing and diversity.

You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and are ready to take on this exciting role, please do not hesitate to apply with your CV, portfolio, and an example of a design pack you have previously developed (Adobe PDF format).