V&C Associates is partnering with a major global organisation in integral garment and fabric supply chain, a business that designs, develops and sources product for some of the world's most recognised high-street fashion brands and retailers. With expertise spanning fabric through to finished garment, they combine creative design with deep technical and manufacturing capability.They are now looking for a Multi-Product Designer to lead creative development across casual outerwear, shirts and bottoms, with denim and denim wash development at the heart of the role. This is a hands-on position for a designer who understands that in denim the wash is the product. You'll create commercially strong, trend-led collections and take them from concept through fabric, wash and fit to bulk. You'll work closely with design teams, account managers, offshore development teams, mills, laundries and clients.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Creative Direction- Design original, trend-led and commercially focused ranges across casual outerwear, shirts and bottoms for high-street fashion brands.- Lead the denim design offer, covering fits, silhouettes, fabrication, wash, finish and detailing.- Contribute to seasonal colour, fabric, wash and trend direction, turning market insight into ranges that sell.- Create sketches, technical flats and digital illustrations using industry-standard design software.- Develop wash concepts and standards, from raw and rinse finishes through stone, enzyme, bleach, tint and vintage effects.- Specify dry and wet processes, including hand sanding, whiskering, grinding, destruction, and laser and ozone finishing, with clear and accurate wash instructions.- Work directly with mills and laundries to create, refine and approve wash standards, keeping them consistent from sample to bulk.- Champion lower-impact finishing techniques that reduce water, energy and chemical use without compromising the look.- Select denim fabrics with a strong understanding of weight, construction, composition,



stretch and cast.Fabric & Materials- Source and select fabrics, trims and hardware across all categories, from technical outerwear fabrics to shirtings, twills and denims.- Carry out material assessments to ensure durability, performance and suitability for both design and function.- Work alongside account managers, sourcing and offshore development teams to build seasonal collections and present them to clients.- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, mills, laundries and factories across Europe and the Far East.Technical & Product Development- Prepare accurate, detailed tech packs for all designs, including wash specifications and trim and hardware details.- Guide and support offshore teams to meet design specifications, wash standards and deadlines.- Collaborate with sample makers to turn concepts into prototypes, and attend fittings to give feedback on fit, style and comfort.Quality & Standards- Check samples and wash submissions against specifications and approved standards.- Work with the quality control team to resolve production challenges, including shade variation, shrinkage and colourfastness.About You- Degree in Fashion Design or a related field.- Proven senior-level experience designing across multiple product categories for high-street fashion brands, with denim as a core strength.- In-depth knowledge of denim fabrics, wash processes and finishing techniques, gained through hands‑on work with mills and laundries.- Experience designing casual outerwear, including technical fabrics, and woven shirts.- Strong knowledge of the retail fashion market and consumer trends.- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with 3D design software or digital wash and laser design tools is a plus.- Solid understanding of fabrics, trims, garment construction and manufacturing processes across the global supply chain.- Excellent communication and presentation skills, and confident working across diverse, international teams.- Highly organised and able to manage multiple categories and projects at a fast pace.- Passionate, creative, proactive and results-driven.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Designer (Barcelona)
🏢 V&C
📍 Barcelona