Associate Designer, Women's Knits - Old Navy (SF)

Description

•Participates in the conceptual development of product lines.
•Assists in ensuring that product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy.
•Responsible for specing a new design.
•Responsible for details on design of product to include preparing and updating sketches and specifications.
•Coordinates sample production process to ensure that samples are produced and delivered on a timely basis.
•Increased involvement in sample fits and line edits.
•Recommends revisions/color ways on stripes, plaids and prints.
•Assists in fabric and trim development.
•Can meet independently with vendors.

Qualifications

•2 to 4 years design experience.
•General computer knowledge; ability to learn how to design through new/advanced technology (e.g., on-line spec program).
•Solid understanding of design process.
•Solid flat sketching skills.
•Good design and color sense.
•Ability to think three-dimensionally and to visualize from swatch to body.
•Solid understanding of product construction (e.g., finishes, fabrics, hardware, stitches, safety requirements, etc.).
•Knowledge of fit model and standard measurements.
•Time management / communication skills.
•College degree in Fashion Design or related field.

Posted By Magie Fong

Merchandising Assistant, Levi's Men's Tops (SF)

This purpose of this position is to act as an integral part of the Merchandising team for an assigned brand, consumer segment & product line, and support the day-to-day functions involved with the development of product from inception to floor.

•Create and maintain line plans/matrix and communicate plans to stakeholders
•Assist with targeted consumer research via market shopping and trade/fashion publications to contribute to line development and pricing strategies
•Provide historical analysis to support the development of seasonal product briefs
•Create and maintain internal seasonal sample lines
•Working closely with other internal groups, ensure the on-time execution of sales samples and sell-in tools
•Act as a conduit of information, materials and samples to external agencies
•Assist in creating Manufacturing Ready Packages
•Maintain seasonal product integrity in our system
•Present product lines at internal meetings

Qualifications


Basic Qualifications

•Bachelor's degree (5+ years combined college education and experience may be substituted for a degree)
•Minimum 3 years of merchandising experience
•Computer literacy including proficiency with MS Office applications

Additional Qualifications
•A Bachelor's degree is a plus
•Outstanding communication skills
•Strong detail orientation and thoroughness
•A high degree of flexibility and initiative

Posted By Magie Fong