(M/F)
Location: Porto, Portugal
CHALLENGE
PARFOIS is growing, and we’re looking for talented professionals to join our team and help drive the brand forward. If you’re passionate about fashion, highly creative, and eager to contribute to the development of inspiring collections, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for a Senior Designer – Knitwear to play a key role in the development of future collections for our physical and online stores. This position combines creativity, technical expertise, and commercial awareness, contributing to the creation of innovative, customer-focused collections while supporting the continuous growth of the knitwear category.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Research and analyze global fashion, knitwear, and lifestyle trends, identifying opportunities relevant to the PARFOIS customer.
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Create and develop seasonal knitwear collections, translating trends into commercially successful products aligned with the brand strategy.
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Develop trend presentations, mood boards, color palettes, yarn concepts, and product proposals.
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Prepare detailed technical specifications, including yarn composition, stitches, gauges, construction details, and fit requirements.
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Follow collections throughout all development stages, from initial concept to production approval.
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Work closely with Buying, Commercial, Production, and Sourcing teams to ensure product alignment and successful collection execution.
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Collaborate directly with suppliers and factories, supporting innovation, quality, and technical development.
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Mentor and support junior team members, sharing knowledge and contributing to the team's development.
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Monitor market performance and competitor activity to identify opportunities for product improvement and category growth.
PROFILE
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5+ years of experience in Knitwear Fashion Design.
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Strong technical knowledge of knitwear construction, yarns, stitches, gauges, and knitting techniques.
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Proven experience developing knitwear collections within fast-paced fashion environments.
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Strong trend forecasting and product development capabilities.
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Excellent understanding of the fashion market and customer needs.
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Ability to manage multiple projects independently and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
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Strong communication and collaboration skills.
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High attention to detail with a strong sense of aesthetics and product.
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Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset.
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Passion for fashion, materials, innovation, and trend research.
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Availability to travel when required.
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Fluency in English.
Apply now!
