Fashion forecasting and keeping up to date with emerging fashion trends. Understanding design from a technical perspective, i.e. producing patterns and technical specifications for designs. Adapting existing designs for mass production as per buyer needs. Sourcing & selecting of fabrics, trims, fastenings and embellishments Planning and developing product range. Liaising closely with sales, buying and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure the item suits the customer, market and price points Overseeing production