Development Designer
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- Bedford
- Salary
- 30000.00 - 35000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 28 Nov 2018
- Closes
- 26 Dec 2018
- Sectors
- Business Opportunities
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Development Designer
The primary purpose of this role is to provide design solutions within the Health & Beauty sector, in particular, the cosmetics sector.
The candidate must have a high level of expertise in cosmetic design, delivering multi-material solutions with a high level of experience designing acrylic cassettes, shelves and lighting solutions. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate an in depth understanding of brand and shopper needs and deliver solutions that show a high level of cosmetic merchandising expertise.
The candidate will develop a trusted relationship with the brand stakeholders providing expertise and advice on both current and future needs.
It is important the designer have an appreciation of design for manufacturing capabilities, in particular the implications on tooling design and lead-time,
The role will focus on developing new product solutions and adapting current products to changing needs.
* Develop a trusted relationship with the brand, developing concept design solutions aligned to the needs of the brand, retailer and end shopper.
* Support the sales team to secure new business opportunities through New Product Development and innovative design.
* Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
* Highlight and pursue new design opportunities from existing and new customers in line with company agreed targets.
* Act as business champion for design projects within the cosmetics sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Liaise with new and current customers to realise their concept needs and product design requirements and develop a trusted relationship.
* Produce innovative cosmetic design solutions through the medium of sketching, visualisation and compelling presentation material.
* Produce detailed hand drawings and 2D and 3D concept designs to communicate ideas
* Liaise with internal colleagues to ensure accurate realisation of concept prototypes and adherence to brand intent.
* Conduct site surveys and visits, Project manage concepts through to installation.
* Proactively research and be aware of retail product developments in cosmetic sector, working closely with the Group and local sources, develop a high level of sector expertise and insight into shopper behaviour
* Liaise with Group Marketing, adhering to corporate brand guidelines and tone of the Company.
* Produce high-quality design documents suitable for presentation to directors, customers and clients
* Liaise with the Marketing Manager to produce marketing materials (flyers, leaflets, web material, articles, infographics, etc.)
* Produce presentations for internal and external distribution
* Produce high-quality photos and visuals for internal and external distribution
* Support and offer guidance within your discipline to all colleagues within the Company
* Support the day to day clerical and administrative requirements of the design function
* Possess an expert knowledge with the Cosmetic sector, in particular in the design of wall units and expertise in multi-material materials e.g. acrylic, lighting, metal and timber.
* Undertake additional duties as requested by the Managing Director
Must have :
* Experience working with Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat)
* High proficiency in 3D modelling (Cinema 4D, 3DS Max, Solidworks, Keyshot, Rhino or similar)
The primary purpose of this role is to provide design solutions within the Health & Beauty sector, in particular, the cosmetics sector.
The candidate must have a high level of expertise in cosmetic design, delivering multi-material solutions with a high level of experience designing acrylic cassettes, shelves and lighting solutions. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate an in depth understanding of brand and shopper needs and deliver solutions that show a high level of cosmetic merchandising expertise.
The candidate will develop a trusted relationship with the brand stakeholders providing expertise and advice on both current and future needs.
It is important the designer have an appreciation of design for manufacturing capabilities, in particular the implications on tooling design and lead-time,
The role will focus on developing new product solutions and adapting current products to changing needs.
* Develop a trusted relationship with the brand, developing concept design solutions aligned to the needs of the brand, retailer and end shopper.
* Support the sales team to secure new business opportunities through New Product Development and innovative design.
* Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
* Highlight and pursue new design opportunities from existing and new customers in line with company agreed targets.
* Act as business champion for design projects within the cosmetics sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Liaise with new and current customers to realise their concept needs and product design requirements and develop a trusted relationship.
* Produce innovative cosmetic design solutions through the medium of sketching, visualisation and compelling presentation material.
* Produce detailed hand drawings and 2D and 3D concept designs to communicate ideas
* Liaise with internal colleagues to ensure accurate realisation of concept prototypes and adherence to brand intent.
* Conduct site surveys and visits, Project manage concepts through to installation.
* Proactively research and be aware of retail product developments in cosmetic sector, working closely with the Group and local sources, develop a high level of sector expertise and insight into shopper behaviour
* Liaise with Group Marketing, adhering to corporate brand guidelines and tone of the Company.
* Produce high-quality design documents suitable for presentation to directors, customers and clients
* Liaise with the Marketing Manager to produce marketing materials (flyers, leaflets, web material, articles, infographics, etc.)
* Produce presentations for internal and external distribution
* Produce high-quality photos and visuals for internal and external distribution
* Support and offer guidance within your discipline to all colleagues within the Company
* Support the day to day clerical and administrative requirements of the design function
* Possess an expert knowledge with the Cosmetic sector, in particular in the design of wall units and expertise in multi-material materials e.g. acrylic, lighting, metal and timber.
* Undertake additional duties as requested by the Managing Director
Must have :
* Experience working with Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat)
* High proficiency in 3D modelling (Cinema 4D, 3DS Max, Solidworks, Keyshot, Rhino or similar)