<h3 class="theme-panel-header text-2xl pb-6 theme-vacancy-section-title">About the role </h3><p>As Design Manager you will lead and manage the menswear design team for Matalan, creating an inspiring product offer. Oversee the entire design process from concept to delivering cohesive ranges in-store and online. Ensure final products meet quality standards, market trends, and brand identity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver successful ranges aligned with company strategy. Key responsibilities consist of:</p><p><strong>Team Leadership:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, inspire, and manage a dynamic design team to create inspiring ranges for Matalan.</li><li>Foster a collaborative and creative environment, encouraging the team to push boundaries in design.</li></ul><p><strong>Design Strategy:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute a comprehensive design strategy aligned with the overall company goals.</li><li>Keep abreast of industry trends, competitor’s ranges, and evolving consumer preferences to guide informed and strategic design decisions.</li><li>Translate market research into actionable design concepts.</li></ul><p><strong>Presentation and Communication:</strong></p><ul><li>Create and deliver Matalan’s seasonal trends to key stakeholders.</li><li>Clearly communicate design strategies, goals, and progress to cross-functional teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross functional collaboration:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate across divisions to ensure designs align with market demands and business goals.</li><li>Work closely with marketing to create compelling product stories to deliver key customer moments.</li></ul><p><strong>Critical Path Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with B&amp;M to ensure the critical path is adhered to and achievable.</li><li>Support design team members with workload to ensure the critical path remains on track.</li></ul><p><strong>Budget Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage yearly travel, sample and freelance budgets offering best value for Matalan</li><li>Manage designer’s salaries within company budget requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Mentoring and Support:</strong></p><ul><li>Improve the design team’s skills through mentoring and support. Key areas are problem solving, communication, team collaboration and leadership skills.</li><li>Develop individual career growth plans for the design team.</li><li>Build resilience in team members by upskilling them and fostering an supportive environment.</li></ul><div class="absolute bottom-2 right-2"><button onclick="scrollToTop()" class="theme-primary p-2 rounded-lg flex"><i translate="no" class="material-symbols-outlined"> arrow_upward </i></button></div>