Menswear Designer (Fashion)

JOB TITLE: MENSWEAR DESIGNER

LOCATION: MKI HQ (BINGLEY, WEST YORKSHIRE)

JOB TYPE: ONSITE, MONDAY-FRIDAY

DEPARTMENT: DESIGN

START DATE: IMMEDIATE

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ABOUT THE ROLE

As a designer, you will become a key member of the MKI product team, working directly with the CEO and alongside the wider design department to create and develop our menswear collections.

This is a hands-on role, responsible for designing and developing products across mainline apparel, jersey and accessories. You will work across multiple collections simultaneously, supporting both seasonal and non-seasonal projects at different stages of the product lifecycle. From initial research and concept through to sampling, fittings and production, you will play a key role in bringing product to market while working closely with suppliers, manufacturers and internal teams to deliver commercially successful collections.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research seasonal trends, fabrics, colours and market developments (including attending fashion weeks, trade shows, fabric fairs where required)
• Design and develop seasonal and non-seasonal collections across apparel, jersey and accessories.
• Produce high-quality cads, technical drawings and product visuals using Adobe illustrator and photoshop.
• Create detailed tech packs and development documentation for suppliers and factories.
• Manage product development from concept through sampling, fitting, approvals and production.
• Lead sample fittings, providing clear feedback and development direction to suppliers.
• Own and manage product critical paths to ensure key deadlines are achieved.
• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturers throughout the development process.
• Support the creation of wholesale sales tools, product presentations and marketing assets.
• Analyse product performance and identify opportunities to improve future collections.
• Support the development of special projects and brand collaborations.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced designer with a strong product eye and a genuine understanding and knowledge of the contemporary menswear market.

The ideal candidate will have:

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• A minimum of 4 years' experience designing menswear.
• Experience designing across mainline apparel, jersey and accessories is desirable.
• Experience in leading fit sessions and sample review sessions.
• Strong cad skills and the ability to produce clear technical drawings and comprehensive tech packs for production.
• Excellent Adobe creative suite skills, particularly illustrator and photoshop.
• A strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics and product development.
• Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to balance creativity and commerciality.
• Confidence presenting ideas and collections to senior stakeholders.
• Experience working directly with factories and suppliers.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple collections and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach

WHY JOIN MKI?

This is an opportunity to become part of a fast-growing global menswear brand where you will have genuine influence over product direction.

You'll be joining a passionate, ambitious team with the freedom to contribute ideas and help shape the next stage of MKIs growth.

KEY INFORMATION

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Based at our headquarters in Bingley, West Yorkshire.
• Monday to Friday (this role is fully office-based and is not suitable for remote or freelance applicants). xwzovoh
• Immediate start available.