Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs Updated on 22/04/2025Global fashion sourcing office Global Trends for Women, Youth and Kids.About Our ClientWe are currently seeking a Head Fashion Designer for the global retail sourcing office located in Istanbul.On-site , Monday to Firday ,09.00-18.00Job Description Responsibilities Conduct market research to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques. Brainstorming with the Fashion Designers team to select the seasonal themes, mood board and create newinspiration that align with the DNA for each brand. Ensuring product is in agreement with business strategy. Managing design process from conception through to final styling with the Fashion Design Team. Prepare the collection with 30-50 option based on agreed color palette, mood board and fabric. Thecollection group should be full collection and full outfit, which contain all categories in collectionand send to MD for approval Review the senior designer collection and discuss. After agreed in the collection, it should beapproved by MD for final review Create pre designs by using CAD along with the technical sheet Maintain the business relationship with current suppliers and build new business relationship with newsuppliers. Dealing directly or through Fashion Merchandiser with the supplier in terms of samples Use your time management for collection planning, reviewing and ordering for arrival in right time Provide the supplier with the detailed requirements of the collection (line up and Teck Packs) includingthe sketch, Fabric, Color, garment measurements etc). After getting the approval from the MD, start working on the samples fitting then provide the supplierwith your comments, quality, and any other requirements to proceed Once receive the initial sample or counter sample or prototype sample use your professional negotiationskills with the supplier to get the best price with high quality. Supplier will send the corrected /revised fit samples with correction. Supervise photo shoot to make sure the collection is presenting the exact way you designed it specially forcelebrities Support the stylist in selection the perfect match of items and accessories. Supervise, coach, train the team, and provide them all the support they need. Evaluate the performance of each staff in your team.The Successful ApplicantQualifications and Requirements: Expert in designing a Fashion Collection Strong sense of trends, style and color. Work experience in exporting fashion industry Knowledge of fabrics, colors, prints and trims Strong organizational skills Experience in creating a sample line for photo shooting/exhibitions/look book College degree in fashion design or a related field preferred. Minimum 10 years Fashion Design experience. Strong computer knowledge, including adobe illustrator , adobe Photoshop and CAD Strong leadership skills required. Strong ability to hand sketch. Strong attentionn to details Shape building skills required. Understanding of merchandising as it relates to sales and store environment.What's on OfferGreat career opportunity in the global work environment !ConsultantCansu ÖzdemirQuote job refJN-092024-6549654Job summarySectorBuying, Merchandising & DesignSub SectorFashion DesignIndustryRetailLocationIstanbul (Europe)Contract TypePermanentConsultant nameCansu ÖzdemirJob ReferenceJN-092024-6549654