A fantastic new role has opened up with our client, a leading supplier of ladies' knitwear to top retailers across the UK Due to continued expansion, they are now looking for a talented Ladies Knitwear Designer to join their friendly and growing team Based in the vibrant heart of Manchester, this is a brilliant opportunity for a confident and self-motivated designer who is ready to take the lead in a rapidly expanding business You'll be working at the mid to premium level, involved from initial concept through to customer meetings and presentations Our client offers the chance to make a real impact in their thriving ladies' knitwear division You'll need a strong eye for emerging trends and a solid understanding of yarns, construction, and the full design-to-delivery process Main Responsibilities & Duties will include : Transforming trends into commercially successful knitwear collections Using market insights to guide product development and deliver tailored ranges Creating seasonal in-house collections for a variety of customers Collaborating with product development teams to bring concepts to life Driving innovation by identifying fresh ideas and upcoming trends Producing detailed hand-drawn specs for development Managing overseas supplier communication and development independently Presenting collections and leading customer meetings with professionalism and confidence Person Specification : Previous experience in ladies knitwear design preferably some supplier experience Proficient in CAD and Adobe Illustrator Excellent trend awareness with a passion for design Confident presentation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with buyers Strong communication skills across all levels In-depth knowledge of yarns, gauges, and garment construction