Head of Design

Head of Design Womenswear

Head of Design Womenswear

A large Indian manufacturer (exporter) with 20 factories is seeking a Head of Design Womenswear to lead their Design function of 30 designers.

As the Design Head you will be responsible for overseeing the creative direction and execution of their woven and knit collections. You will be leading a team of 4 design managers and a talented group of 30 designers.

The role is based in Gurugram and reports to the Managing Director.

Head of Design (Womenswear): The Role:

To lead the Womenswear Design team of 30 creating collections for buyers in the US UK and Europe. Customers include M&S A&F Superdry etc.

To put together design presentations to pitch for new business with existing as well as new customers

To design garments full repeat prints and other product embellishments that appeal to the retailer.

Trend research collaborative work with customer s design teams working to briefs designing commercial ontrend bestselling ranges

Lead the design team to support product development through sample production by interpreting technical packs and comments

Provide creative support during the product development process by looking for and implementing innovation in design to keep the range fresh and different.

Oversee that the designers handover clear and concise design and tech packs to the factories. Ensure that the designers work closely with fit technicians to enable samples to fit correctly and reflect the design vision.

Requirements

Head of Design (Womenswear): The Person: You will

have experience working for a manufacturer or supplier/buying house in India

have a background in garment design (woven and knit) and would have worked with retailers in the US and Europe as customers

be experienced in delivering trendy shapes and have a good understanding of garment construction and patterns.

be experienced in managing large teams

have confident presentation skills and be commercially savvy

have excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

If this sounds like you please apply with confidence