Assistant Designer - Own Brand @ Fashion Ecommerce

Assistant Designer – Own BrandSince 2011, this fashion ecommerce company has redefined the future of retail in Australia and New Zealand. As the #1 fashion e-commerce & lifestyle destination in the region, our e-commerce platforms provide an inspiring and seamless end-to-end customer experience through our own technology innovations.
Our Commercial team sits at the heart of fashion, product and customer insight — blending data, trends and commercial smarts to shape what our customers see, love and shop next.
Our Category Buying team partners closely with Planning to curate exciting, customer-first ranges that drive sales, maximise profit and keep us ahead of the curve. From spotting what's trending to building forward-thinking assortments, the team plays a key role in delivering a platform of choice for our customers.
Working hand-in-hand with Finance, Operations and teams across our wider group, Commercial helps bring our strategy to life — ensuring we make smart decisions, forecast accurately and deliver the future of fashion, every day.
We are currently looking for an Assistant Designer to join our own brand team. Reporting into our Own Brand Buying Manager, this role is essential in driving the conception and development of all product in your allocated category by always driving innovation & creativity.
About The RoleUnderstand and drive company wide strategies and OKR'sMaintain a close link with manufacturers to ensure seamless handover of developments, taking direct accountability for making sure all sample technical packs submitted are accurate, completed and submitted in line with set timeframesCommunicate regularly with the Design Team to ensure any critical design issues or developments are highlighted and resolved when requiredSelect, develop, and source fabrications, colours, trims etc. in line with company standardsAttends fit sessions and uses technical ability to ensure best fit is achieved and approve final samples with GT when requiredSupport with sample management, tech packs and tech drawingSupport with trend forecastingApprove all details of final product in line with original design briefUnderstands the manufacturing structure of the supplier's business in order to recognise cost & manufacturing opportunities for every design submittedParticipating in range planning meetings to ensure the range is balanced in styling, colour and fabricationsEnsuring range boards are up to date and planned accordingly
What It TakesMinimum of 2 years of experience working in a design team with Product Development or DesignExperience with Print, Fabric and trim developmentExcellent communication and negotiation skillsStrong trend forecasting skills with a commercial eye for fashionAbility to time manage work load in a fast-paced environment and prioritise tasks effectivelyProficient in Illustrator and Photoshop would be advantageousKnowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements
Life at this fashion ecommerce companyFrom our ways of working to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, we each add unique value and have an incredible amount of fun doing it! People are our greatest asset and our employee experience is designed to empower you to do your best work.
Here's what to expect when you join us:Flexible working. We offer a hybrid working modelThe learning collective. Get your knowledge fix with our learning days, hackathons & LinkedIn LearningParents with us. Access to our parental leave program and an extra day off for your kids' first day of school every yearBirthday leave. Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday and a company voucher to treat yourselfCurate your style. No matter what your style is, we have got you covered with our amazing staff discount and our famous sample salesWellbeing. Access to our Fitness Passport and our company wellbeing programsPeople first. Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your familyVolunteer days. Work as a Charity Partner with Thread Together for society and environmental change
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Key Responsibilities📈 Understanding and driving company-wide strategies and OKRs🔗 Maintaining close links with manufacturers📞 Communicating regularly with the Design Team
Key Strengths🧵 Experience with Print, Fabric and trim development💬 Excellent communication and negotiation skills🔍 Strong trend forecasting skills with a commercial eye for fashion🎨 Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop📜 Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements⏰ Ability to time manage workload in a fast-paced environment
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A Final Note: This is a role with this company, not with Hatch.