Knitwear designer
TRP Recruitment
| Company | TRP Recruitment |
| Category | Design |
| Location | Southend-on-Sea |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
We are recruiting for a supplier specializing in ladies knitwear, to design into briefs for trend-led retailers.
Our client is looking for a motivated, hardworking, and creative designer to join their knitwear team. 3- 5 years experience across knitwear design working for either a supplier or retailer.is required.
Main Responsibilities will include:
• Designing and developing knitwear ranges based on briefs for a number of key clients
• Be up to date and research the latest fashion trends, produce trend boards, create seasonal trend/directional reports, and present this back to buyers
• Working with buyers to produce bestselling styles
• Ability to listen and translate ideas & concepts into commercial designs
• Liaise with overseas factories on a daily basis
• Ability to create detailed design sheets and technical packs
• Supporting the design team, being a key member of the team in creating commercial, fashion-led knitwear taking into account best and worst sellers
Person Specifications:
• Previous experience working in a knitwear design role either supplier or retail
• Proficient in CAD and illustrator
• Be highly technical, able to design across all knitwear gauges
• Must have a strong commercial eye, and an ability to interpret trends
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment,& have a pro-active approach.
• Strong organization skills, and able to work to deadlines
• Must be a team player with a willingness to take direction and eager to learn.
• Contact: Jo Roberts
• Reference: Totaljobs/3341
• Job ID: 95458858