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Belk · 3 days ago

Associate Designer (Hybrid)

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Belk is a retailer focused on achieving Private Brand objectives through innovative design. The Associate Apparel Designer will collaborate with senior designers to create and execute product designs while ensuring alignment with market trends and brand strategies.

E-CommerceRetailRetail Technology

Hiring Manager

Kelly Hollis

Responsibilities

Partners with Apparel Designer or Senior Apparel Designer to ensure that department goals and priorities are aligned

Helps provide the creative vision for a specific product category or brand[s] - has the ability to inspire ideas/ new concepts outside the current assortment[s]

Partner with the Apparel Designer on the creative vision for their specific product category or brand[s]

Research markets for silhouette/ color/ fabric trends outside the current assortment(s) each season

Identify and share opportunities for process improvement

Manage PLM systems, libraries, and projects to achieve Belk goals in accordance with company policy and practices

Create and present design concepts to Apparel Designer, Design Management, Brand Management, Merchant Teams, Technical Design and Vendor partners!!Partner with Textile Designer to ensure compelling print assortments and color palettes

Apply understanding of design process and Private Brands/Merchant’s business objectives to ensure consistency and drive financial results

Collaborate with Apparel Designer, Design Management, Brand Management, Overseas Offices, Merchandising, Trend Department, Textile Design, Technical Design/QA, and Vendors to achieve product execution, maintain design integrity, and streamline the development process

Produce cohesive product presentations to sell concept to entire team, including boards, tear sheets and samples!!Provide coaching and feedback to others on team as appropriate and supported by Apparel Designer

Special projects and other duties as assigned

Requires designated hybrid in-office work schedule

Qualification

Fashion DesignIllustratorPhotoshopGarment ConstructionMarket Trend ResearchCultural Diversity AwarenessWorkload ManagementAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTeam Player