Trend & Design Team Leader (Kids) – Cape Town

Location: capetown Level: Middle Salary: Negotiable Posted: June 20, 2024 Ref: #6166
DescriptionAn opportunity for a strong, creative Trend/Design Team Leader who has proven Retail experience in Design in Older Boys and Older Girls product. ResponsibilitiesInterpret and communicate strategy and operational plans to direct report/teams.Responsible for ensuring team understanding of and executing the trend and design strategy.Interpreting relevant trends for specific department (including seasonal themes, colour, print direction, key looks and key items).Collaborate with Buyers to provide input into Range Builds.Draw up product CADS and Tech Packs.Briefing Graphic Designers.Interpret trend and design and SBU strategy into operational plans.Continuously keep abreast of updates to these trends through understanding our customer sales.To represent the Trend & Design team in Merchandise meetings.Continuously flag in-season international retail shifts keeping latest sales and customer preferences top of mind, highlighting new test and category opportunities.Team constantly kept informed and participation ensured.To be responsible for all management reporting and administrative tasks on Trend & Design KPIs.Team Management (Talent Management, Performance Management, Talent & Succession Planning, Employee Engagement).RequirementsQualifications: Experience: Additional: • National Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Fashion Design.• A minimum of 3 – 5 years retail experience in Design with proven experience in Older Boys & Older Girls product.• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.• Previous experience in supervising and/or managing direct reports.Position located in Cape Town. Apply via Link below or email your CV to ****** should you have the required experience or call Gabi Traut on 083 274 5193. Visit our website www.trautpersonnel.co.za for all our positions.
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