Designer - Girlswear

Designer - Homewares Manchester A new opportunity has arisen for a Homewares Designer with our client based in Manchester. If you have a strong background in homeware design and are ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! You will be responsible for producing commercial designs for printed, woven and embroidered bedding, curtains and cushions. Key Responsibilities: Analysing the customer and competitors to spot design and colour gaps within the range. Identifying seasonal trends and concepts for internal discussion and to kick start design work Being able to present own ideas and concepts to design team members Confident in presenting ideas to the customer Identifying woven qualities and embroidered techniques for design development Creating exciting artwork to internal briefs for selection. Designing to customer specifications and briefs. Texture mapping product for presentations. Preparing designs for colouring and printing, ensuring they are in repeat and colour reduced. Producing layouts and briefs for suppliers for the instruction of sampling. Managing the developments of samples from supplier to customer. Liaising with the customer through the design selection process Logging and organising of quality samples for development. Qualifications: Design Degree, in textiles with homeware experience Good drawing skills. Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Be able to work as a team and using own initiative. Experience in soft furnishing textile design. Ability to organise a busy workload and work to deadlines Good communication skills Knowledge of woven fabrics. Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a creative environment where your ideas can flourish. Our client values innovation and encourages designers to bring fresh ideas to the table. You will have the chance to shape the future of homeware products, working in a supportive and dynamic team. Application Process: If you are a talented designer with a passion for homewares and the above experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Please submit your CV and portfolio to showcase your talent and creativity. We look forward to supporting you in your job search!

HR Advisor Birmingham Our client has a vacancy for a HR Advisor to join their HR team at their Head Office. A rapidly expanding company the successful candidate will play an intricate part in an evolving team to fully support the HR function throughout the business. Your responsibilities will include: Chairing and advising on ER cases from start to finish – Disciplinary, Grievances, Flexible Working Applications and many more Confident in decision making Involvement in issuing outcomes up to and including dismissals Complete invite and outcome letters Leading meetings such as investigations, welfares and completing Return to Works Note-taking in meeting if Manger is chairing meetings Updating/Creating Policies and Procedures Involvement in Redundancies HR Generalist duties About you: Proven track record in a HR Generalist role Good working knowledge of Excel Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills Confident in managing ER cases from start to finish Strong interpersonal and communication skill You must hold a full driving license and be able to travel across the country to support with any ER or recruitment requirements when required Be able to take accountability and influence matters Show dedication and a pro-active, can do attitude and can think outside of the box Up to date knowledge of legislation Confident and able to work under pressure If you could be a good fit we would love to hear from you.

Buyer - Ladieswear Birmingham We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Ladieswear Buyer for a growing Ladies Retailer / Ecommerce business. Their ethos is that life should be about living for the moment, getting out there and enjoying yourself - and the clothes reflect this. Purpose of the role: You will help to lead the Ladieswear buying team in developing remarkable product across multiple categories and to identify new opportunities for sales growth. To source and negotiate prices to achieve overall targets and quality expectations To embed new process and be part of this successful business as it grows Main Activities: Work as part of the overall buying team to develop an exceptional range in line with our brand strategy. Place all initial orders in line with forecasts and agreed minimum quantities to ensure delivery. To ensure all administration of areas is up to date and accurate. To lead and develop a team. Analysis of market and competitor trends Presenting proposals for future range development Lead on supplier meetings – communications/negotiating prices/minimum quantities/lead times and range finalisation meetings. If you are experienced in Ladieswear and looking for a new challenge, please forward your CV.

Merchandising Stock Administrator Birmingham We are recruiting a Merchandising Stock Administrator for a leading Retailer who are going through a huge period of growth. They are seeking a dedicated person to enhance their team. Key Responsibilities Make bookings with suppliers for intake across all WH locations Collate & enter all packing list information onto systems ahead of deliveries Advise all WH locations of planned deliveries, along with any supporting documentation Ensure all planned deliveries are received into all systems in a timely & accurate manner Maintain WH locations in system, ensuring that all stock is moved into pickable locations, to maximise distribution across all channels Candidate Requirements Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and organizational abilities A proactive approach to problem-solving and inventory management Must possess Excel skills Numerate A related Degree or a minimum of 1 years' experience in retail merchandising Application Process If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Merchandising Stock Administrator.