Trend Designer/Product Developer (Sydney based)

As a Trend Designer/Product Developer at Showpo, you'll be integral in taking fresh, trend-led designs from inspiration to production. Your responsibilities will include interpreting design visions into actionable plans, managing budgets, and collaborating closely with various teams to ensure that the finished garments represent the latest fashion trends and quality standards.

To be a successful Trend Designer/Product Developer at Showpo, candidates typically need experience in product development or design, particularly within women's wear. A keen eye for trends, along with strong technical skills in design software like Illustrator and Photoshop, is also beneficial. Leadership capabilities and excellent communication skills are highly valued.

At Showpo, the work environment is dynamic and vibrant. The culture is built on values of innovation, collaboration, and fun, allowing you to express your creativity while working alongside a supportive team. Plus, there are perks like flexible working options and various team celebrations, fostering a positive workplace.

Showpo is committed to your professional growth by providing tailor-made growth plans developed with your manager. You’ll have opportunities for mentorship and learning through various company programs, ensuring your development as a Trend Designer/Product Developer aligns with your career goals.

Yes, experience in fast-fashion retail is highly advantageous for the Trend Designer/Product Developer position at Showpo. Understanding the fast-paced nature of the industry helps in making timely decisions that result in delivering on-trend products that resonate with our customers.

Key responsibilities include translating trend forecasts into design directions, sourcing materials, producing trend reports, mentoring junior team members, creating tech packs, and managing deadlines to deliver collections that meet quality and financial targets.

Showpo actively strives to create an inclusive environment that reflects our diverse customer base. We celebrate individuality, ensuring that every employee, including Trend Designer/Product Developers, feels valued and supported in bringing their authentic selves to work.

In your response, focus on explaining how you start from trend analysis, gather inspiration, and develop initial sketches. Discuss how you select materials and collaborate with other team members to refine the designs before they go into production.

Frame your answer around the importance of market research, understanding customer needs, accuracy in production timelines, and the impact of effective marketing strategies. Highlight how a successful launch also requires strong post-launch analysis.

Share your methods for staying current with fashion trends, such as following industry leaders, attending fashion shows, and using trend forecasting tools. Emphasize your excitement about continuously learning and adapting.

Identify a particular project, explain the challenges faced, and detail how you overcame them. Highlight problem-solving skills and the importance of teamwork in addressing any obstacles.

Discuss the importance of constructive feedback in the design process. Explain how you analyze the feedback, make necessary adjustments, and maintain a positive attitude throughout, emphasizing continuous improvement and adaptability.

Detail the processes you follow to maintain high standards of product quality, including thorough sourcing of materials, clear specifications in tech packs, and regular communication with production teams to ensure adherence to quality expectations.

Outline your strategies for effective time management, such as breaking down tasks into manageable segments, using project management tools, and consistently communicating with team members to ensure all deadlines are met efficiently.

Share a specific trend you identified and describe how you translated it into a successful product line. Include your thought process, the steps taken, and any quantitative results that illustrate the success achieved.

Discuss how you utilize data to inform design decisions, such as analyzing sales reports, customer feedback, and competitor analysis. Emphasize the benefits of data-driven insights in shaping successful products.

Explain your communication style and how you facilitate collaboration across departments. Share experiences that highlight your teamwork abilities and how you value different perspectives in enhancing product outcomes.