Job Description
Job Description
In this role, you'll work closely with Buyers and cross-functional teams to interpret current trade performance, customer insights, and global trend influences into exciting, customer-focused product solutions. You'll play a key role in driving in-season opportunities and ensuring our ranges remain relevant, commercial, and on trend.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Fashion Design, Clothing Management, or a related field.
- 2-3 years' experience in Fashion Design or CAD Design within a retail or apparel environment.
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, fit, and technical product development.
- Experience creating detailed tech packs and product specifications.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Sound understanding of the Retail Merchandise Cycle and product development process.
Key Responsibilities
As a Trend Analysis & Strategic Support
- Interpret current trade performance and emerging fashion trends to identify product opportunities.
- Create high-quality CADs, concept boards, and visual presentations to support range reviews, strategy sessions, and post-mortem analyses.
- Develop and maintain brand-specific design and inspiration libraries.
- Research and monitor online fashion trends, competitor activity, and market developments to support future product direction.
Key Responsibilities
As a Product Design & Development
- Collaborate closely with Buyers to design commercially relevant products and style extensions.
- Create detailed and accurate CADs, technical drawings, and product specifications.
- Assist in developing seasonal and in-season tech packs to support supplier execution.
- Partner with the Graphics team to brief print and graphic concepts aligned to the product strategy.
- Contribute to the development of digital merchandise collections and product presentations.
Key Responsibilities
As a Sample & Product Management
- Maintain an organised and up-to-date sample library, including photographing, tagging, cataloguing, and tracking all purchased samples.
- Support the management of overseas inspiration samples to ensure easy access and reference throughout the development process.
Employer Information
Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.
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