Job Description

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.



JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.



We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Manage the Own Brand transition to 3D Design, working with the Design Manager, Production Development Leads and wider Design Team. Implement 3D software into the business' Design process and timelines. Support long term strategic planning to provide end to end 3D/AI assets and integration for the business, building cross functional relationships with Studio, Buying and Merchandising teams. Creating 3D designs across Menswear, Womenswear, Juniors and Accessories. Creating 3D working patterns and recreation of 2D technical designs. Assisting the team members to solve 3D development and production issues collaborating with the Product Development Lead. Skilled in creating 3D fabrics, trims, graphics and prints. Proficient in developing digital garment patterns and pattern amendments with 3D software. Utilise the latest visualisation techniques to enhance project impact, along with 3D design rendering and presentation techniques. Manage the coaching and mentoring of the wider team and developing their 3D skills. Line manage Junior members of the team. Support the Design Manager in rolling out Design strategies and projects. Support the departmental sustainability initiatives, fully exploring and initiating all 3D opportunities. Supporting the Global PD Lead and Design Manager in international growth of Own Brands, Joint Ventures and Franchises by utilising the 3D systems and process. Maintain cutting edge knowledge and skills in 3D.

Key Skills

Competent use of all aspects of a 3D apparel design tool. Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills. Ability to demonstrate excellent people management, training and leadership skills. Adaptability to work across teams, projects and categories. Experienced in Adobe suites Illustrator and Photoshop. Excellent presentational skills.

We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.



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