Range Development Manager

SUMMARY:
Range Development Manager -JHB 

• 3-5 Years in range development
• EXcellent computer skils (Exel,PowerPoint,Adobe illustrator or similar)
• Strong interpersonal,leadership and planning abilities
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Exposure to international trench research and trade shows High attention to detail.
•  Professional, open communication across all levels.
• Team player and good ability to maintain a respectful, inclusive, and co-ordinated team  Deadline-driven and delivery-focused.  
• Maintains confidentiality and professional discretion.   Strong multi-tasking and prioritisation skills.
•  Positive, solutions-oriented mindset.   Buying experience and retail/commercial awareness.
• Clear understanding of market trends and customer expectations.
• Active in local and international trend research.  
• Willingness and ability to travel when required.
• Translate customer briefs into practical, on-brand, cost-effective designs  that are well aligned with production capability.  
• Lead concept development for bespoke customer ranges, considering fabric, stock, trends, market relevance, and ease of manufacture.
• Manage the selection and sourcing of all bought-out items to ensure commercial viability and range cohesion.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to align product messaging and ensure accurate representation in marketing and sales materials.  
• Partner with the sales team to support customer presentations and bespoke range development.
• Conduct ongoing trend, fabric, and garment research—locally and internationally – ensure you act as lead role in sharing this insights with the business.  
• Fit and adapt garments to ensure appropriate styling, comfort, and consistency across varying roles, sizes, and body types.         
• Maintain supplier relationships and negotiate initial pricing, quality, and delivery in conjunction with the Procurement Manager.
• Deliver detailed design briefs and range rationale tools for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Oversee  and manage the graphic designer in developing accurate technical drawings and visual assets from approved concepts.            
• Attend trade shows and fabric fairs to stay ahead of market and trend developments.
• Prepare, control, balance and check various accounts, including intercompany loan accounts.
• Contribute to the development of internal sales tools, visuals, and promotional content.

POSITION INFO:
#RangeDevelopment#Adobe illustrator#TrendResearch#Local#International