Designer, Sweaters

About us

Our founder, Lena Bryant didn't set out to change fashion forever, but that's exactly what she did. 120 years later, Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression, you'll be at home here.

About the role

To direct, build and develop product ideas for the Sweater business. Work closely with Design and Sourcing Team, TD and Merchants to execute to Seasonal Concept direction, line plan style needs, margin requirements, and completion of product. Manage Brand Integrity through internal and external Design and Product Development.

The impact you can have

• Knowledge of customer needs/wants as well as current and emerging trends with the ability to translate into brand right product

• Takes initiative with the “big picture” and how the total look applies across classifications; awareness of other areas and how they relate to your own business

• Travel/Store visits as needed, store visits for inspirational shopping

• Partner with Trend on seasonal research; websites etc. and collaborate with Trend Manager and VP for seasonal concept coordination

• Partner with Sourcing to research and develop core and key yarns, trim, washes appropriate to the category.

• Clearly present design point of view at seasonal, design owned PLC meetings to senior management and merchant team

• Complete understanding of fit. Attend all Fit sessions pertaining to your product working closely with the Technical Design partners to maintain initial vision and Brand fit

• Communicate with Agent/ Vendor offices to ensure correct design detail execution for categories

• Partner and communicate with Sourcing/TD to ensure accurate translation of design intent

• Partner with merchants to know and understand sales of your category and be able to apply this sales knowledge to future development

You’ll bring to the role

• 5-7 years of experience in a sweater design role for a fashion retailer.

• Extensive background in, fit, fabric development, yarn & stitch development and construction details in sweaters.

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field preferred.

• Proficient in Word, Excel and Power Point. Prior PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Google Slides experience preferred.

• Excellent managerial, organization and leadership skills

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

• Ability to build and sustain relationships quickly.

• International and domestic travel may be required

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.*

• 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.

• On-site: This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Lane Bryant office location in New Albany, OH.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

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Location:

LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany, OH 43054

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.