Designer, Women's & Girl's at Target

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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$71,000 – $128,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, Fashion, ApparelIndustries

Requirements

4 year Design, Fine Art or similar degree and minimum 3-8 years’ experience
Passion towards Womens and Girls performance category with a modern, trend forward aesthetic
Computer design system skills including Illustrator and Photoshop (AI experience is a bonus)
Experience in CAD illustration & hand sketching
Knowledge of performance fabrics, garment construction/fit, raw materials & product production
Knowledge and experience in Sports Bras, Support Tops and Knit Tops Apparel Design
Understanding of guest mindset
Strong design point of view and ability to design highly functioning and credible performance garments
Experience assimilating product feedback
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Experience working in retail or product development environment
Ability to successfully work in a collaborative fast-paced team environment
Ability to respond to business objectives with creative, innovative and cost-effective design solutions
Highly organized, technical in sketching, and keen attention to functional details, construction, and trim
Experience working with import vendors
Preferred: Experience designing Performance apparel
Preferred: Experience designing Women’s Sports Bras, Support Tops and Knit Tops
Preferred: Experience working with a big cross functional team for a large brand or vertical retailer

Responsibilities

Support and be accountable for Owned Brand product brands and/or categories that achieve overall product design strategy and merchant objectives
Under direction of Design leadership, work with an assigned category, brand, business or guest segment and manage your own process and calendar
Maintain a diligent approach to workload, including good, timely communication with internal and external partners
Support and drive concepts throughout the development process, research, selection of materials/finishes, and creation of silhouettes/form language
Using CAD/hand sketches, translate ideas for product direction
Prepare professional presentation boards with illustrations, CAD artwork, fabrication, and material samples
Support and drive product designs to maintain overall creative direction, merchant line plans, assortment strategies, and price points
Build brand cohesion by partnering with peers across the division to ensure continuity
In collaboration with technical designers/engineers and sourcing partners, identify, troubleshoot and resolve product issues

Skills

CAD

Hand Sketching

Product Design

Material Selection

Trend Research

Presentation Boards

Illustrations

Fabrication

Brand Development

Assortment Planning

Target

Retailer offering diverse consumer goods

About Target

Target Corporation is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries, through nearly 2,000 stores and an online platform. Its "Design For All" philosophy allows it to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to diverse customer needs. Target differentiates itself from competitors with its owned brands and the Target Circle loyalty program, which enhances customer engagement. The company's goal is to support sustainability and community initiatives by giving back 5% of its profits to local communities.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Risks

Increased competition from online-only retailers like Amazon threatens Target's market share.

Rising labor costs due to new minimum wage laws could impact profit margins.

Supply chain vulnerabilities from geopolitical tensions may affect inventory and pricing strategies.

Differentiation

Target's 'Design For All' philosophy offers unique, high-quality products at affordable prices.

The Target Circle loyalty program enhances customer engagement and shopping experience.

Target's commitment to sustainability and community support sets it apart from competitors.

Upsides

Experiential retail and 'retailtainment' strategies can boost customer engagement and foot traffic.

Augmented reality integration offers immersive shopping experiences showcasing Target's unique designs.

Omnichannel retail strategies enhance customer experience by integrating online and offline shopping.

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