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About the Company
A leading fashion supplier specializing in the design, manufacture, wholesale, and retail of fashion and sports brands across Menswear, Womenswear, and Childrenswear is seeking a talented Mens Sportswear Designer to join its growing team. The company is known for its innovative approach to performance and lifestyle apparel, combining style, function, and cutting-edge fabric technologies to create high-quality, commercially successful collections.
Role Overview
The Mens Sportswear Designer will be responsible for creating trend-led, performance-driven designs that align with both brand identity and market demands. This role requires a strong understanding of technical fabrics, garment construction, and activewear functionality, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, manufacturers, and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting trend research and analysis to inform seasonal design directions.
- Developing sketches, technical drawings, and mood boards that align with brand and retail strategies.
- Sourcing and developing high-performance fabrics, trims, and materials suitable for sports and activewear.
- Collaborating with pattern cutters, garment technologists, and factories to ensure design feasibility and fit accuracy.
- Building cohesive collections that are both innovative and commercially viable.
- Working closely with buyers, production teams, and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches.
- Liaising with manufacturers and suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and lead times are met.
- Incorporating sustainable practices and materials where possible.
Key Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience in sportswear or activewear design, ideally within a supplier or brand environment.
- Strong knowledge of technical fabrics, garment construction, and performance wear functionalities.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD software.
- Ability to translate global fashion and sportswear trends into commercially successful designs.
- Experience in working with factories and understanding production processes.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- A proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented approach.
- Knowledge of sustainability and innovation in sportswear is an advantage.
Benefits
- A creative and fast-paced working environment.
- Competitive salary and flexible hours
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- The chance to work with a diverse range of brands and clients.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV, portfolio, and a cover letter
