KnitWell Group
About us
KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America - Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.
Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.
The Senior Designer for Sweaters, Sleep, & Balance (low impact activewear) creates and develops a marketable, woman's product line through the vision and illustration of design concepts appropriate for the Haven Well Within customer. The primary function of the position is to innovate and adopt new design ideas on a seasonal basis.
What We Offer: Growth!
Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the opportunities to grow with us. Our Performance Feedback Program allows for healthy career conversations and goal setting throughout the year.
Condensed Work Week!
If we have no work obligations and have fulfilled our 40-hour week, our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.
Complete Benefit Package!
Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your start date! Discover more about our full benefits package here. We have competitive time off, including paid time to volunteer within the community.
Merchandise Discounts!
Our associates receive 50% off Talbots and select Haven Well Within brand items. Additionally, you may also be eligible for discounts at the brands across KnitWell Group.
The annual salary range for this position is $115,000 - $125,000
What You'll Do:
Research global and domestic markets to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques
Create and execute innovative design concepts to fill the needs of the line plan and account for departmental development and adoption ratios
Ensure product is consistent with market trends while maintaining the Haven Well Within brand integrity and business strategy
Execute silhouette, fit and styling direction
Drive seasonal framework to ensure creative ideas and business goals are in tandem.
Set seasonal yarn direction -- work with Fabric R&D on research and development of qualities
Oversee development and approve execution of all stitches
Maintain communication with Product Development, Merchandising and Sourcing teams
Present collection at Sketch Presentation and Line Presentation
Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attends all meetings as required
Prepare, oversee and approve execution of tech packs
Remain aware of overall vision as line is designed
Ensure line meets IMU goals, initiate alternate development where necessary
Continue to develop and increase understanding of the HWW customer
Able to travel domestically approximately 4 times per year
Who You Are:
Degree in Fashion Design
10+ years' experience
Prior sweater focused design experience
Activewear & Sleepwear experience a plus but not mandatory
Superior time and project management skills; able to shift gears seamlessly and take the ball across the finish line
Superior organizational skills
Effective communicator with an eye on successfully managing expectations
Proven ability to communicate + influence diverse level of talent to achieve results
Strong time management skills
Ability to sketch and execute flats and technical sketches in illustrator
Ability to illustrate or execute ideas in a concept board format
Knowledge and experience working in textile and yarn research as it relates to garment development
Knowledge and experience working with Technical Designers.
Knowledge and experience with Illustrator and CAD design
Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
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Location: New York Office
Position Type: Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation.
Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.
The Senior Designer for Sweaters, Sleep, & Balance (low impact activewear) creates and develops a marketable, woman's product line through the vision and illustration of design concepts appropriate for the Haven Well Within customer. The primary function of the position is to innovate and adopt new design ideas on a seasonal basis.
What We Offer: Growth!
Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the opportunities to grow with us. Our Performance Feedback Program allows for healthy career conversations and goal setting throughout the year.
Condensed Work Week!
If we have no work obligations and have fulfilled our 40-hour week, our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.
Complete Benefit Package!
Our benefits kick off the first day of the month after your start date! Discover more about our full benefits package here. We have competitive time off, including paid time to volunteer within the community.
Merchandise Discounts!
Our associates receive 50% off Talbots and select Haven Well Within brand items. Additionally, you may also be eligible for discounts at the brands across KnitWell Group.
The annual salary range for this position is $115,000 - $125,000
What You'll Do:
Research global and domestic markets to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques
Create and execute innovative design concepts to fill the needs of the line plan and account for departmental development and adoption ratios
Ensure product is consistent with market trends while maintaining the Haven Well Within brand integrity and business strategy
Execute silhouette, fit and styling direction
Drive seasonal framework to ensure creative ideas and business goals are in tandem.
Set seasonal yarn direction -- work with Fabric R&D on research and development of qualities
Oversee development and approve execution of all stitches
Maintain communication with Product Development, Merchandising and Sourcing teams
Present collection at Sketch Presentation and Line Presentation
Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attends all meetings as required
Prepare, oversee and approve execution of tech packs
Remain aware of overall vision as line is designed
Ensure line meets IMU goals, initiate alternate development where necessary
Continue to develop and increase understanding of the HWW customer
Able to travel domestically approximately 4 times per year
Who You Are:
Degree in Fashion Design
10+ years' experience
Prior sweater focused design experience
Activewear & Sleepwear experience a plus but not mandatory
Superior time and project management skills; able to shift gears seamlessly and take the ball across the finish line
Superior organizational skills
Effective communicator with an eye on successfully managing expectations
Proven ability to communicate + influence diverse level of talent to achieve results
Strong time management skills
Ability to sketch and execute flats and technical sketches in illustrator
Ability to illustrate or execute ideas in a concept board format
Knowledge and experience working in textile and yarn research as it relates to garment development
Knowledge and experience working with Technical Designers.
Knowledge and experience with Illustrator and CAD design
Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
#LI-AP1
Location: New York Office
Position Type: Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation.