As a branded and own brand business, we pride ourselves on having the best ranges, comprising of the latest and most exclusive products within our fascia's. As we grow, our Exclusive & Licence Brands become even more important to us and help set us apart from our competition. The Product Design and Development team strive to deliver the very best Exclusive Brand products whilst representing amazing value for our customers.
Job Title:
Designer (Apparel and Accessories) Location:
JD Group, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, BL9 8RR Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, 40 hours per week What You'll Be Doing:
Design and develop Exclusive and licence brand clothing and accessories for men, women, and kids Interpret initial design briefs into relevant commercial, technical designs Take responsibility for each range/brand to grow the apparel category Design products that achieve target cost and brand positioning Understand garment technology including fit and function Stay aware of market trends and competitor products within the outdoor market Collaborate with the Head of Exclusive brand to ensure product ranges are relevant Ensure designs are 'fit for purpose' using knowledge of outdoor/technical product design Visit stores regularly to understand the customer and store environment Work in partnership with graphic designers and the development team to create 'best in class' products Develop detailed tech packs for accurate prototypes and costings Knowledge/experience of PLM and CLO is an advantage Present detailed line art of ranges to the nominated Buyer Lead design meetings Collaborate with the web and content team for proper brand positioning Work across all outdoor retail fascia's Work within the critical path and strive to improve lead times Maintain flexibility across different brands while preserving brand DNA Engage with various outdoor technical brands and aid in their development Conduct factory and supplier visits when necessary Attend trade shows and retail visits What We're Looking For:
Experience in technical/outdoor clothing design Fully experienced in Illustrator Proficient in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel Able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and often challenging environment Work quickly and effectively while maintaining a high level of accuracy Highly organized and methodical Creative thinker and problem solver Ability to articulate ideas and explain design decisions Calm under pressure and able to multi-task numerous briefs Self-motivated and able to use downtime wisely The Company:
At GO Outdoors, our purpose is strong and clear; "to inspire and equip everyone for life outdoors". We believe in the positive benefits of the outdoors, whether that be a daily dog walk or hiking Ben Nevis. We provide the best equipment for all outdoor activities, always at the best price guaranteed! Our values aren't just posters on the wall; we live them every day: 'One Team - we are stronger together', 'Responsibility - we take ownership', 'Passion - we believe in what we do', and 'Integrity - we do the right thing'. These clear values help us fulfill our mission to be 'the nation's favourite outdoor retailer'. If you share our passion and want to make a difference, join our team to be a part of something 'unbeatable'! Benefits:
Incremental Holiday Allowance Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme Discounted Gym membership Personal development opportunities Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications Interested?
If you are interested in this position, please press the Apply Now button. Due to the high volume of applications, it may take time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Applications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager. Thank you for your time.
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Designer (Apparel and Accessories) Location:
JD Group, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, BL9 8RR Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, 40 hours per week What You'll Be Doing:
Design and develop Exclusive and licence brand clothing and accessories for men, women, and kids Interpret initial design briefs into relevant commercial, technical designs Take responsibility for each range/brand to grow the apparel category Design products that achieve target cost and brand positioning Understand garment technology including fit and function Stay aware of market trends and competitor products within the outdoor market Collaborate with the Head of Exclusive brand to ensure product ranges are relevant Ensure designs are 'fit for purpose' using knowledge of outdoor/technical product design Visit stores regularly to understand the customer and store environment Work in partnership with graphic designers and the development team to create 'best in class' products Develop detailed tech packs for accurate prototypes and costings Knowledge/experience of PLM and CLO is an advantage Present detailed line art of ranges to the nominated Buyer Lead design meetings Collaborate with the web and content team for proper brand positioning Work across all outdoor retail fascia's Work within the critical path and strive to improve lead times Maintain flexibility across different brands while preserving brand DNA Engage with various outdoor technical brands and aid in their development Conduct factory and supplier visits when necessary Attend trade shows and retail visits What We're Looking For:
Experience in technical/outdoor clothing design Fully experienced in Illustrator Proficient in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel Able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and often challenging environment Work quickly and effectively while maintaining a high level of accuracy Highly organized and methodical Creative thinker and problem solver Ability to articulate ideas and explain design decisions Calm under pressure and able to multi-task numerous briefs Self-motivated and able to use downtime wisely The Company:
At GO Outdoors, our purpose is strong and clear; "to inspire and equip everyone for life outdoors". We believe in the positive benefits of the outdoors, whether that be a daily dog walk or hiking Ben Nevis. We provide the best equipment for all outdoor activities, always at the best price guaranteed! Our values aren't just posters on the wall; we live them every day: 'One Team - we are stronger together', 'Responsibility - we take ownership', 'Passion - we believe in what we do', and 'Integrity - we do the right thing'. These clear values help us fulfill our mission to be 'the nation's favourite outdoor retailer'. If you share our passion and want to make a difference, join our team to be a part of something 'unbeatable'! Benefits:
Incremental Holiday Allowance Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme Discounted Gym membership Personal development opportunities Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications Interested?
If you are interested in this position, please press the Apply Now button. Due to the high volume of applications, it may take time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Applications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager. Thank you for your time.
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