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Licensed Graphic Designer – Apparel Remote Fixed Term Contract About the Role We are looking for a talented and creative Licensed Graphic designer to join our clients’ team. This role is ideal for a designer who is passionate about creating imaginative, playful designs. The successful candidate will work closely with the licensing team to incorporate well known licensed characters and properties that resonate with customers. Key Responsibilities Create compelling graphic designs for a variety of products Work with licensed character’s, brands an intellectual properties to ensure designs meet licensing guidelines and standards. Keep up to date with the latest design trends, pop culture and preferences to ensure that designs stay relevant. Create seasonal trend packs as well as flash trends throughout the seasons using digital platforms as well as regular comp shopping. Collaborate with Marketing, Design and Sales teams to ensure designs align with product strategies. Revise designs based on feedback from clients and internal teams Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Preferred Skills Experience in designing Apparel, multi product. Knowledge of intellectual property and licensing processes. Experience with print production, manufacturing limitations and digital design Familiarity with copyright laws. Why Join Opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile brands. Creative, dynamic, and supportive work environment. Competitive salary. Opportunities for career growth and development. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design/ Surface Pattern, Illustration, or a related filed (or equivalent work experience) Proven experience with a portfolio showcasing design work for products and licensing. Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) Experience working with licensed content and adhering to brand guidelines. Understanding of trend’s in entertainment and design. Ability to create fun, engaging and creative visuals that appeal to target audiences.

Product Coordinator - Merchandising & Garment Technology Manchester Our client is a fast-growing apparel business with ambitious plans for the future. As they continue to expand, we are looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join a team in a newly created role that offers a unique opportunity to develop skills across both merchandising and garment technology. This is an ideal position for someone early in their career who wants to gain hands-on experience across product development, sourcing, quality assurance and production, whilst building a long-term career within a growing business. We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and eager to learn, with the drive to grow as the business grows. The Role Working closely with the wider team, suppliers and customers, you will support the successful development and delivery of products from concept through to production. This is a varied and fast-paced role, providing exposure to both the commercial and technical sides of the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Merchandising Support the management of the critical path to ensure products are delivered on time. Track orders and maintain accurate production information. Communicate with suppliers regarding sampling, production and delivery schedules. Manage sample submissions and approval processes. Assist with range development and product administration. Produce reports and updates for the wider team. Work closely with suppliers to ensure deadlines are achieved. Garment Technology & Quality Measure samples against specifications and size charts. Review sample quality, fit and construction. Prepare technical comments and communicate feedback to factories. Support fit sessions and record amendments. Monitor product testing and compliance requirements. Assist with quality control processes throughout production. Help resolve any quality issues and support corrective actions with suppliers. About You We are looking for someone who is keen to build a career within the apparel industry and who enjoys working across both commercial and technical functions. Essential Around 1-2 years' experience within merchandising, garment technology, QC, product development or a similar role. Excellent organisation and attention to detail. Strong communication skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn. Desirable Experience working with apparel, accessories or consumer products. Understanding of garment construction and manufacturing. Exposure to working with overseas suppliers. Knowledge of product testing and quality standards. Why Join? Join a business experiencing significant growth. Work in a newly created role with genuine scope for development. Gain exposure to both merchandising and garment technology. Develop your skills across the full product lifecycle. Be part of a collaborative and entrepreneurial team. Excellent long-term career progression opportunities as the business continues to expand.

Trainee Technical Assistant Birmingham My client is a fast-paced UK Retailer with big plans on the horizon, who have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Technical Assistant to join the team in Birmingham. We are seeking a motivated and proactive Trainee Technical Assistant to support the Garment Technology team, which includes maintaining high standards across incoming stock. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, detail-focused and able to work effectively in a busy environment. Key Responsibilities Assisting the technical team. Approving wash cares. Inspect brand labels, wash care labels, barcodes and packaging for accuracy and compliance. Approving garments for shipment, ensuring all garments are checked on stands. Checking warehouse deliveries against Q.C. reports. Updating critical path on Database system. Reviewing faulty stock with the technical team to assess commercial viability. Liaise effectively between the warehouse and the technical team. Demonstrate computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Excellent organisational skills required. Required to travel between sites occasionally. Candidate Requirements Energetic, proactive and able to adapt quickly to a fast-paced working environment. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. Able to use initiative, act promptly and think practically when resolving issues. Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Training and Support Full support and training will be provided, including training on the database system. The successful candidate should take responsibility for daily tasks and contribute positively to the continued improvement of quality standards.

Assistant Merchandiser Are you looking for stability and the chance to work with a great company going through the most exciting time? Our client is an amazing ladieswear fashion retailer who are going through an exciting period of growth and are growing the Merchandise function, they are actively recruiting for Assistant Merchandisers and Junior Merchandiser Tasks, duties & responsibilities: • To prepare reporting and present in Weekly and Monthly Trading Meetings. • Drives the trade model to their area. • Reviews Daily and Weekly Sales performance actions where required. • Reviews over and under performance at product level and drives trading actions to maximise potential and minimise risk. • Seeds and manages a WSSI by accurately forecasting demand, OTB, returns and margin. • Takes ownership of the critical path and takes appropriate action on issues when they arise. • As well as being competent in preparing trading reports/packs will also make recommendations for reporting improvements across the B&M function and implement. • Fully aware of the principles and contribution to the overall business strategy, processes and department development. • Builds effective and open relationships with all members of the buying and merchandising team, based on reliable, accurate and relevant data. • Ensures productive relationship between merchandising function and all other business areas to ensure goals achieved, specifically the design and accounts teams. • Delivers key information at the right time, to the right people, and presents when necessary.

Administrator- Fabrics & Trims Birmingham We are recruiting for a leading Retailer who are going through a huge period of growth. My client has a strong identity as a design led and fashion forward retailer. Their business is fast paced, exciting and aspirational, with passion and enthusiasm reflected in the brand. Their continual success is rooted in the company's core principles: to offer affordable, timeless clothing with the help of impeccable personalised customer service. You will be: Working closely with the Brand Director Chasing sampling for fabric and trims Receiving orders and filling out the buy sheets to confirm fabrics and prices Proactive and quick problem solving Receiving orders and creating new folders for each order including style code and fabric codes Chasing fabric and trim orders to ensure they are received on time Following the critical path ensuring timelines are adhered to Check price on the order matches the costing sheet ensuring everything is entered onto the online system You will have: Excellent attention to detail and have a passion for numbers Strong negotiation skills Experience with fabric / trims Strong organisation skills

Garment Technologist Altrincham We are currently looking for a Garment Technologist to join our clients busy head office team. Our client is a leading supplier of children’s and adults character apparel to the leading high street, supermarkets and online retailers, working with factories in Turkey, China, India and Bangladesh. The Role: Responsibility of working with a number of retailers – aiming for a right first-time approach. Creating workbooks/specs for costings and buying samples Requesting of sealing samples and initial patterns, from offshore manufacturers. Measuring and checking of garments, internal approvals where necessary samples fitted with retailers in person or over VC, and sending comments out to the factories. Working closely with the factories to ensure that the product meets Retailer & Legal requirements, and necessary risk assessments are carried out. Administration of the critical path Submission of final production samples and relevant documentation. Creating print patterns on Optitex for the design team to set up print packs Working on Optitex 3D to create patterns for design and development About you: We are looking for someone who can work as part of a team, with a positive attitude. Confident and clear communication skills, both verbal and written, with manufacturers, retailers and within the office environment. Someone who is well organised and flexible, with a logical and analytical mind, and excellent administration skills Someone who works well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines Full driving licence is essential. Knowledge of 3D software, ie Optitex/ Browzwear/ CLO, would be advantageous, training can be provided 2-3 years’ experience in a related area Willing to travel to retailers for fittings. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.