Associate Designer - Handbags + SLGs

About us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

About the role
This position is responsible for the creation of original product design through vision and illustration of design concepts into Handbags and SLGs. This position reports to the Senior Designer.

The impact you can have

• Assists in identifying seasonal fashion direction, assortment opportunities and merchandise trends for area of responsibility
• Serves as liaison between Design, Product Management and Technical Design and Merchandising to ensure information flow is accurate throughout the development process
• Responsible for technical package process, to include drawings, measurements and design detail specifications and hands off to Technical Design
• Maintains thorough knowledge of the line (silhouettes, yarns/fabrics and design details) and is responsible for tracking changes/additions
• In Designer's absence, conducts fit sessions (first through fourth fits) and keeps supervisor informed
• Maintains specification sheets, trim sheets and pitch sheets
• Participates in concept presentation and line building recaps, in addition to line presentation
• Assists in making Design Presentation Boards
• Researches competitive market and presents results and ideas to Designer
• Assists in executing designs to the Conceptual Assortment Plan slots while staying within the pre-determined development ratios
• Continues to develop and increase understanding of Talbot’s customer
• People Management
  • Builds collaborative relationships with vendors and internal clients
  • Interfaces professionally and works effectively in group settings
  • Mentors, coaches and counsels direct reports on performance expectations
• Key partners include: Product Management, Merchandising, Fabric and Color teams, Technical Design, and Vendors

You’ll bring to the role

• Knowledge and experience at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree

• 3-5 years of related experience
• Independent, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Must be highly organized
• Able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced office environment
• Must be highly collaborative in a team environment
• Strong work ethic and follow-through

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. *
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays*
• The target salary range for this role is: $68,000 - $70,000.
• On-site: This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Talbots location in New York, NY.

• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

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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.