[JOBS] TEXTILE DESIGNER CLOTHING – HOME BARGAINS

Having started more than 40 years ago in Liverpool our customers continue to be at the heart of everything we do and throughout our 550 stores we have over 4.5 million customers each week.

With plans to increase our store portfolio to 1,000 stores throughout the UK we are a fast-paced retailer opening 50 stores a year (nearly one every weekend) - and we wouldn't have it any other way!

Role Responsibility

• Work on textile clothing ranges

• Create designs, technical packs, mood boards and engaging packaging from up-to-date market trends

• Communicate with manufacturers

• Review pre-production submissions, ensuring the finished product is to a high standard

• Ensure the smooth running of the approval process, continually identifying where process improvements can be made

• Identify key trends through competitive shops

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 2:2 degree in design or equivalent

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar design role or at a high street fashion retailer

• Excellent design CAD skills

• Robust understanding of garment construction

• Robust understanding of print and manufacturing processes and limitations

• Excellent knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator on MAC OS

• Computer proficient

• Experience of working on licensed ranges is advantageous

For applications to be considered, applicants are required to have a complete and up-to-date Home Bargains Careers Centre profile and to respond to the job application questionnaire when prompted.

Applicants that are invited to attend a face-to-face interview must present original documentation demonstrating their eligibility to work in the UK, along with other specified documents.

Please note, as we expect to receive a high volume of applications for this vacancy, you are advised to submit your fully completed application at the earliest opportunity, as the closing date may be brought forward.

Package Description

• Competitive salary - dependent on skills and experience

• 5.6 weeks paid holiday per year including bank and public holiday allowance rising to 6.6 weeks upon 5 years service

• Contributable Company pension scheme

• Onsite subsidised Health and Fitness Centre

• Onsite canteen

• Free car parking

• 10% staff store discount

• Access to social and sporting events