Accessories Designer

Who we are

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors.

Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, and Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative and commercially driven Accessories Designer – Private Label to design and develop seasonal collections across accessories (with exposure to apparel). This role plays a key part in translating trends into market-relevant products while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver collections on time and in line with brand direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop seasonal accessories collections in line with the assigned category and seasonal design plan.
• Build seasonal mood boards in collaboration with the Design Manager.
• Develop seasonal color palettes and coordinate lab dip submissions with suppliers.
• Create sketches and design layouts with strong commercial appeal and regional relevance.
• Conduct competitor benchmarking to validate design direction and pricing architecture.
• Collaborate closely with Product Development, Quality, and Suppliers to ensure aligned execution from concept to final sample.
• Deliver designs, graphics, and tech packs in line with collection timelines.
• Support graphic development and technical packs where required, with support from the Assistant Designer.
• Participate in the full product development cycle—from concept ideation to final sample approval.

Technical Skills & Design Expertise

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop .
• Experience in developing detailed tech packs for accessories and apparel.
• Practical understanding of construction, measurements, and basic pattern-making.
• Familiarity with fabric application, trims, lab dips, and color palette development.
• Exposure to 3D design tools and/or AI-driven design platforms is a plus.
• Understanding of design forecasting tools and methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Ability to interpret fashion and lifestyle trends and translate them into commercially viable designs.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail while balancing creativity with practicality.
• Clear communication and coordination across PD, Quality, and Supplier teams.
• Collaborative mindset with experience working in cross-functional environments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or a related field .
• Minimum 6 years of overall design experience .
• At least 2 years of recent experience in apparel design and 1 year of accessories design experience .
• Experience working with a retailer or brand focused on lifestyle or outdoor categories .
• Hands-on involvement across the complete product development cycle.
• Adobe Certified Professional – Illustrator and/or Photoshop (preferred).