Senior Designer - Mens Knitwear

Overview

Due to continued growth, our client is expanding their knitwear division and has an exciting opportunity for a talented Menswear Knitwear Designer to join their dynamic team. Supplying to some of the UK's leading retailers, this role offers the chance to work on innovative, trend-led collections and make a real impact in a fast-paced, growing business.

Based in the vibrant heart of Manchester, this is a brilliant opportunity for a confident, self-motivated designer who enjoys taking ownership from initial concept through to customer meetings and presentations.

What's on offer

• The chance to shape commercially successful collections for major UK retailers
• Creative freedom to influence design direction within a thriving menswear division
• Exposure to the full process: trend research, design, development, and customer-facing presentations
• A supportive and collaborative team environment in a business that's growing rapidly
• Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home

Main responsibilities

• Translate trends into innovative, commercial knitwear ranges
• Create seasonal collections tailored to individual customers
• Lead customer meetings and present collections with confidence
• Identify and drive forward new product ideas and emerging trends
• Manage communication and product development with overseas suppliers
• Work closely with buyers to ensure ranges meet customer expectations

Person Specification

• Previous experience inmenswear knitwear design (supplier background highly desirable)
• Strong eye for trends, with in-depth knowledge of yarns, gauges, and garment construction
• Proficient in CAD and Adobe Illustrator
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to build strong buyer relationships
• A collaborative team player with the confidence to work independently
• Passionate, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing division
• £37000 - £38000 per annum + Hybrid working
• £47000 - £50000 per annum + Hybrid working