Senior Designer - Boys 1-16 (12 Month FTC)
Location: Chadstone, VIC, AU
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Designer (12 month FTC) to join Target's Design team.
What will you do?
In this role you will demonstrate your passion for creativity to deliver a cohesive product range aligned with the Target product aesthetic and quality strategy. This entails working collaboratively with key stakeholders to create and deliver a customer centric product range. Identify, interpret and implement global and market trends to grow sales through great looking everyday product for a modern, relaxed lifestyle, articulated through effective communication (visual and verbal) and a high level of presentation skills.
Create original, commercial, customer focused, coordinated product ranges including print and pattern/graphic design that best reflects Target's 'handwriting' to grow incremental sales. This is executed through strong influencing, collaboration, tasteful aesthetics and eye for trend.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Trend ForecastingIdentify, interpret and implement trends using global trend and market research to add value through design and sales in line with Target handwriting.Visually articulate and effectively communicate the direction for the season.Present trend forecast effectively, including research to support trend.Maintain strong aesthetic taste and have an eye for the next trend that is commercial and can be bought in volume.
* Product DevelopmentCreate desirable and affordable products that are in line with Target's handwriting and are unique to the external market.A thorough understanding of product materials and construction.Develop product offshore with TAS sourcing and TAS design.Work confidently and autonomously with key stakeholders in merchandise and design, including KAS design.Develop commercial product within cost structure that is fit for purpose.Create visuals presentations to communicate effectively with all stakeholders.Create accurate and effective technical specification drawings/production art to deliver desirable samples and ultimately customer on floor experience.Brief and provide effective feedback to enable the TAS design team to deliver on key metrics such as print, pattern and product.Adhere to Target's Intellectual property requirements and processes.Adhere to critical path and production processes. Effective time management of workload and ability to plan and prioritise.
What are we looking for?
We're looking for an experienced, collaborative, and passionate Senior Designer who is obsessed with fashion retail and ideally has a strong background in apparel. The candidate should be driven and able to identify, interpret and implement trends using global trends and market data to add value through design and sales in line with Target's handwriting.
Please note – that all applications must have a portfolio of relevant design work attached to be considered.
To be successful in this role:
* Tertiary qualification in Fashion Graphic Design, Textiles or Buying.
* Minimum 7+ years of designing experience in a fast paced, preferably retail environment or supplier to DDS.
* Proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite and Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
* A portfolio that demonstrates the ability to design product that is commercial and in line with Target Brand Aesthetic.
* Technical understanding of product development, fabrics, garment fit & execution.
* Experience working in a team environment.
* Solid knowledge of print types and limitations within print execution.
* Technical skills related to the area of product development: fabric, materials, and construction knowledge.
* Transferable skills and ability to adapt to product types for general merchandise design.
* Ability to develop product that is appealing to the Target customer.
* High level of aesthetic taste displayed in relation to colour, composition, materials, coordination and execution.
* Ability to work in a fast‐paced environment with tight deadlines.
* Collaborative mindset to work seamlessly with cross‐functional senior leaders.
Benefits we'll offer:
* Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
* Access to our team member discount program which can be used across our company network, including Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
* A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible product.
* Access to our benefits program, which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health, with over 60 suppliers.
* We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work, that's why there is opportunity for eligible team members to participate in a bonus programme.
* Free onsite parking when you're required to come into the office.
* We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support through our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
* A dynamic learning and support program.
* Opportunity to fast‐track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.
* Kudos recognition programme, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
* Wesfarmers is Kmart and Target's parent company, and each year, eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
* Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
A place you can belong
We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected, and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.
We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like by emailing: kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.
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