PROFILE A driven, knowledgeable Head Designer / Design Manager with clear market understanding. Branded Luxury , vertical retail and supplier based experience. Develops balanced ranges that are commercial, customer focused and on brand. Strong business acumen, uses a creative yet commercial approach by leading a team to design product that maximizes trading opportunities. Highly creative,flexible work style with the ability to work in a fast paced, energized environment. Happy to be hands on with design as well as manage a team. Innovative and dynamic, able to influence buyers and push new ideas. A natural leader who inspires design and creative teams, committed to developing and motivating colleagues to ensure that targets are exceeded. A passionate team player and accomplished manager of 4 -10 designers