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Assistant Fashion Designer


Company : SUMEC TEXTILE & LIGHT INDUSTRY CO., LTD


Location : Manchester, North West


Created : 2025-06-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title:Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.Assistant Womens Jersey Wear DesignerManchester City Centre Office Based RoleReports To:Head of Womenswear DesignJob Summary:We are seeking a talented and creative Assistant Womens Jersey wear Designer to join our dynamic design team. With at least 2 years of experience, you will support the creation of trend-led, innovative, and commercially successful designs for womens jersey wear. You will contribute to all aspects of the design process, from concept through to finished product, involved in customer meetings & liaising with our colleagues in China.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the Head of Womenswear to research & develop seasonal concepts and mood boards.Assist in designing jersey wear pieces that align with market trends & target customer profiles.Produce detailed technical CAD sheets to enable China to produce samples.Source fabrics, trims, & embellishments while considering quality & costs.Liaise with our Teams in China to ensure design ideas are translated accurately into final products.Assist in preparing presentations for customers.Stay up to date with the latest womenswear & jersey wear trends, including competitor analysis.Qualifications and Experience:A degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion Design.Minimum of 2 years of experience in designing womenswear, with a focus on jersey wear preferred.Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs.Knowledge of garment construction, fabric properties, & textile techniques.Excellent attention to detail & an eye for colour, pattern, and trends.Strong communication & organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Passionate about womenswear design & creating innovative, trend-led products.Desirable Skills:Experience working knitted fabrics, & embellishment knowledge print/embroidery etc.Ability to adapt between different customer requirements & price points.Strong graphic ability.Passion for Fashion: Genuine enthusiasm for womenswear & a commitment to staying updated with industry trends.Key Attributes:Creative thinker with a proactive & can-do attitude.Team player, great communication skills, confident communicating with customers & China Factory.Multitasker working in a fast-paced environment ensuring tight deadlines are met.Apply Now:Please send your CV to Lijie@sumec.com.cn to take the first step towards an exciting career with us.