Jobs, fresher vacancy - Concept Designer Womenswear (Senior Design Team Lead) • UK

Company: COS

UK

Job DescriptionAs the Concept Designer on womenswear woven casuals you are accountable for creating and delivering wardrobes that hold elevated products designed in accordance with the design directions for the collection. You hold a key role in creating a customer relevant offer in line with the COS Brand Aesthetic. You lead your team to secure elevated quality products which drive selling and brand appeal for the customer. What you will do:Accountable for creating, building and driving an elevated wardrobe and quality products, aligning with the department's vision and goals Lead your team to secure product ranges that offer width and are cohesive with the wardrobe plan, driving selling and brand appeal for the customer. Stay updated with customer expectations, design direction, and brand goals, fostering creativity and innovation. Adapt to seasonal trends and shape the collection accordingly. Meet critical deadlines and ensure business-critical processes are met. Maintain a high-performing, engaged team that delivers results on time. Work with stakeholders in Design, Pattern, Production, Buying, Planning, and Merchandising to ensure effective workflow. Collaborate with Buying Controllers to establish clear targets, budgets, and resource allocation. Build and inspire an industry-leading design team, setting high standards and guiding their development. Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment, supporting your team’s development, feedback and progression. Implement seasonal purchase strategies to secure the best deals for products. Lead by example, demonstrating COS values and fostering an inclusive culture. Design for commercial success, ensuring the offer drives the brand forward and maintains quality. Create a balanced wardrobe offer for all customer types, combining newness and relevant repeats. Drive research to understand customer insights, trends, and tendencies. Monitor design sales and apply learnings to future designs.