Assistant Menswear Designer

Assistant Menswear Designer

Position: Assistant Menswear Designer

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 depending on experience

Job Reference No: D009

Recruiting Consultant: Olivia

Consultant Tel:  0161 511 0655

Email:  olivia@dwrecruitment.co.uk

Details

Assistant Menswear Designer Overview

An exciting new role has arisen for an Assistant Menswear Designer to join a highly successful fashion company.

The Assistant Menswear Designer will be part of a collaborative team that focuses on researching, designing, selecting, and sourcing menswear and accessories that reflect our brand’s identity and meet the needs of our customers.

Assistant Menswear Designer Responsibilities:

• Support the Design and Product Development Manager in the creation and sourcing of high-quality menswear and accessories that reflect the brand’s seasonal direction, style identity, and commercial goals.
• Create precise and detailed CAD drawings and artwork files to support production requirements.
• Assist in maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers and contribute to negotiations on pricing, delivery timelines, and terms to ensure both quality and value.
• Track industry trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to help identify new product opportunities and inform design decisions.
• Review sales data and contribute to data-driven adjustments in product ranges, stock levels, and pricing to improve performance.
• Assist the Product Development Manager and merchandiser in overseeing the complete product development process, ensuring projects are delivered within budget and on schedule.
• Collaborate with the technical team to ensure all products meet brand quality standards, helping to resolve any issues that arise during production.
• Work closely with the design, merchandising, and marketing teams to support the smooth and unified launch of each seasonal collection.
• Contribute to efforts in identifying and sourcing sustainable materials and practices in support of the company’s environmental commitments.
• Compile trend reports and market research using forecasting tools and competitor analysis to inform the design process.
• Assist in developing visual merchandising guidelines to support stores with display concepts, layouts, and styling techniques.

Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret data and spot market trends.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong appreciation for product quality, fit, and design.
• Comfortable working independently, yet effective in a team environment across multiple departments.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel, with experience in retail or product management systems.
• Confident in communication and influencing others to support project goals.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop.