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Ref: HP350-3782
Job description / Role
The job holder will be responsible for tracking technological advancements, analyzing changes in market demand for the product group and developing new product lines in the area of private label development and specifying product design parameters and standards.
Client Details
A trend-setter in the Middle East region with a collection of popular clothing for women, men and teens.
Description
Product Design Budgeting
* Prepare product design and development budget for approval
* Ensure all design and development activities are carried out within budget
* Develop product/packing material sourcing plans that ensure cost reduction
Product Research
* Identify consumer preferences and trends and translate them into styles and products that relates to their needs
* Research global markets in order to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, etc
* Gather information from Industry trade groups or through trade shows or market research
Product Design
* Define the product architecture and key steps in the process of product design and development
* Participate in conceptual development of product lines (i.ยข., sell ideas/concepts and convince others to adopt course of action)
* Ensure that product is consistent with market trends as well as relates to market demands, company image and business strategy
* Oversee brand clarity and parity to ensure consistency of brands across businesses
* Provide recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, new concepts, etc.
* Provide insights regarding style and fit of product
People Management
* Leadership Skills
* Manage and support recruitment of new talent
* Setting KPls for team and conduct performance appraisals
* Oversee staff deployment and drive motivation levels of the direct reportees
Job Offer
* Competitive package and benefits.
Requirements
* 5+ years experience within fashion design
* Previous experience in womenswear in any category such as casual, denim, sportswear and lingerie
About the Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.