head of design - Manchester, United Kingdom - House Of Fashion Associates

    House Of Fashion Associates
    House Of Fashion Associates Manchester, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    HEAD OF DESIGN ( LADIES AND MENS ONLINE PREMIUM FASHION BRAND )

    UP TO £65K

    MANCHESTER BASED

    Role Description

    Our client is a highly successful online premium fashion brand based in Manchester and experiencing exceptional online growth, they are now looking to recruit a commercially aware HEAD OF DESIGN with potential to become DESIGN DIRECTOR to join the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing a team of designers, overseeing the entire design process from concept to final product, collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting market research, implementing design strategies, and ensuring brand consistency and alignment with the company's vision and driving the brand and business forward. Sourcing and product development is also very beneficial for this role.

    Qualifications

    • Proven experience as a Head of Design or similar leadership role within ladies & menswear
    • Strong knowledge and understanding of the online ecommerce fashion industry sourcing & product development
    • Excellent leadership and team management skills
    • Proficiency in design software and tools
    • Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects
    • Attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics
    • Knowledge of current fashion trends and consumer preferences
    • Experience working with premium fashion brands is a plus
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fashion Design or related field