Job Description Our in-house Design team is the creative conduit in the business – working alongside our buying and sourcing departments, our Designers play the important part in designing and adding to the building of our private label and licensed range in a cohesive way – working from concept to artwork set up and all elements in between.
This is a rewarding opportunity where your work will end up on our shelves in front of our customers so a true customer mindset and ability to design fitting business and commercial needs is a must!
Your wheelhouse of graphic, textile and product design skills and experience will help deliver exciting, must-have trend focused ranges!
A snapshot of the role will see you: Trend forecasting key items, colours, fabrics, details and products for seasonal launches for the apparel categories including women and menswear.
Apparel range and graphics design Work collaboratively with buying and sourcing teams to curate and build cohesive ranges Research and apply market & trend information through design analytics. Qualifications You will be someone who enjoys a dynamic and varied role with a great eye, passion for trends and graphic design!
More importantly you'll have the ability to translate these ideas into products our will customers love! A passionate team player who showcases the curiosity and collaboration approach.
We work in the dynamic, fast-paced retail environment with key deadlines and pathways; nimble to change with strong ability to adapt quickly to priorities and deliver to tight deadlines will be key!
Proven intermediate to senior level designer experience including taking product from concept through execution and partnering with overseas manufacturers Customer-centric approach with proven ability to research and apply market/trend knowledge Demonstrated creative ability including graphics, textile design, visual merchandising Commercial sense working within a retail environment Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator & Photoshop Experience working across women, mens, youth apparel ranges desirable!
Bonus if you have knowledge in Browzwear, and Te Ao Maori and Te Reo Maori Additional Information Come work with us as we aim to "Help Kiwis live better everyday!".
He aha te mea nui o te ao?
He Tangata, He Tangata, He Tangata.
What is the greatest thing in the world?
It is people, it is people, it is people.
We are intentional about finding the right people, allowing us to perform work as a team that truly makes a difference for the business and or customers.
What we can promise in return is work that will challenge & excite, working with passionate like-minded people.
Our teams balance a hybrid working approach (up to 2 days per week from home).
Conveniently located in Northcote, we offer free car parking on-site plus EV charging!
We'll also give you your birthday off, great discounts across our brands and excellent career opportunities within the business!
Excited by the opportunity?
Apply today – please include a small sample of your work/portfolio; this will be reviewed as part of your application.