4 Fashion Designer jobs in Gauteng

Position: Fashion Product and Packaging Designer

Salary: Market related

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg

Job type: Permanent

Industry: Fashion Accessories / Retail

Reference Number: MJ.FPPD.CFO.26052025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client is within the fashion accessories / retail sector and is seeking a dynamic and creative Fashion Product, Brand & Packaging Designer. This is a hybrid role.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This hybrid role bridges the creative and commercial sides of the business and is ideal for someone with a strong design background who also thrives in a fast-paced, seasonal buying environment. You will be responsible for creating innovative product designs, leading packaging and brand development, and overseeing the full lifecycle from concept to store—including supplier engagement, cost negotiation, sales forecasting, and seasonal supply chain planning.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product & Packaging Design

• Design seasonal collections across fashion accessories, gifting, and beauty lines (hair, bath, novelty, etc.)
• Develop original product concepts including sketches, mockups, tech packs, and trend presentations
• Design creative, cost-effective packaging that aligns with brand identity and retail requirements
• Conduct trend research and competitor analysis to ensure commercially relevant output
• Collaborate with illustrators, graphic designers, and factories on prototypes and sampling

Brand Development

• Develop and evolve product branding across categories, ensuring consistency and relevance
• Create style guides and brand books for internal and supplier use
• Work on naming, taglines, and storytelling for new brands or seasonal ranges

Buying, Sales & Range Building

• Assist with seasonal range planning aligned to trend and sales performance
• Review sales data to guide product selection and phase-outs
• Liaise with retail buyers and sales reps to present new lines and collect feedback
• Ensure product pricing aligns with margin targets and market expectations

Supplier & Supply Chain Coordination

• Source and liaise directly with overseas and local suppliers
• Ensure packaging and product designs are production-ready and factory-compliant
• Work with the logistics and warehouse team to manage timelines for seasonal drops
• Track critical paths for seasonal product launches and ensure timely delivery

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, Industrial/Product Design, Visual Communication, or a related field

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 3 years in a design-led fashion or consumer product environment, ideally with buying or planning exposure
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; Excel and PowerPoint essential
• Knowledge of: Trend forecasting, retail landscape, seasonal product development, costings, packaging specs
• Bonus: Understanding of import/export, shipping terms, and basic supply chain processes

Competencies:

• Strong creative flair with commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and visual presentation skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple product cycles and deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Detail-oriented and resourceful under pressure

TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW:

POPIA

By Submitting your CV, you confirm that:

1. We may retain your personal information in our database for future matching.
2. We may contact you when suitable opportunities arise.
3. The information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date.

We endeavour to reply to each and every application, however, should you not hear back from us within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful.

Position: Fashion Product and Packaging Designer

Salary: Market related

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg

Job type: Permanent

Industry: Fashion Accessories / Retail

Reference Number: MJ.FPPD.CFO.26052025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client is within the fashion accessories / retail sector and is seeking a dynamic and creative Fashion Product, Brand & Packaging Designer. This is a hybrid role.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This hybrid role bridges the creative and commercial sides of the business and is ideal for someone with a strong design background who also thrives in a fast-paced, seasonal buying environment. You will be responsible for creating innovative product designs, leading packaging and brand development, and overseeing the full lifecycle from concept to store—including supplier engagement, cost negotiation, sales forecasting, and seasonal supply chain planning.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product & Packaging Design

• Design seasonal collections across fashion accessories, gifting, and beauty lines (hair, bath, novelty, etc.)
• Develop original product concepts including sketches, mockups, tech packs, and trend presentations
• Design creative, cost-effective packaging that aligns with brand identity and retail requirements
• Conduct trend research and competitor analysis to ensure commercially relevant output
• Collaborate with illustrators, graphic designers, and factories on prototypes and sampling

Brand Development

• Develop and evolve product branding across categories, ensuring consistency and relevance
• Create style guides and brand books for internal and supplier use
• Work on naming, taglines, and storytelling for new brands or seasonal ranges

Buying, Sales & Range Building

• Assist with seasonal range planning aligned to trend and sales performance
• Review sales data to guide product selection and phase-outs
• Liaise with retail buyers and sales reps to present new lines and collect feedback
• Ensure product pricing aligns with margin targets and market expectations

Supplier & Supply Chain Coordination

• Source and liaise directly with overseas and local suppliers
• Ensure packaging and product designs are production-ready and factory-compliant
• Work with the logistics and warehouse team to manage timelines for seasonal drops
• Track critical paths for seasonal product launches and ensure timely delivery

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, Industrial/Product Design, Visual Communication, or a related field

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 3 years in a design-led fashion or consumer product environment, ideally with buying or planning exposure
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; Excel and PowerPoint essential
• Knowledge of: Trend forecasting, retail landscape, seasonal product development, costings, packaging specs
• Bonus: Understanding of import/export, shipping terms, and basic supply chain processes

Competencies:

• Strong creative flair with commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and visual presentation skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple product cycles and deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Detail-oriented and resourceful under pressure

TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION, PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW:

POPIA

By Submitting your CV, you confirm that:

1. We may retain your personal information in our database for future matching.
2. We may contact you when suitable opportunities arise.
3. The information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date.

We endeavour to reply to each and every application, however, should you not hear back from us within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Diploma or Degree in Fashion Design, Product Design, Visual Communication, or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a design-driven environment, preferably with exposure to buying or planning
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; Excel and PowerPoint essential
• Solid understanding of fashion/accessory trends, retail environments, and seasonal planning
• Advantageous: Experience with international sourcing and basic supply chain processes