Associate Apparel Designer, Hybrid

Essential Functions:
Partners with Apparel Designer or Senior Apparel Designer to ensure that department goals and priorities are aligned
Helps provide the creative vision for a specific product category or brand[s] - has the ability to inspire ideas/ new concepts outside the current assortment[s]
Partner with the Apparel Designer on the creative vision for their specific product category or brand[s]
Research markets for silhouette/ color/ fabric trends outside the current assortment(s) each season
Identify and share opportunities for process improvement
Manage PLM systems, libraries, and projects to achieve Belk goals in accordance with company policy and practices
Create and present design concepts to Apparel Designer, Design Management, Brand Management, Merchant Teams, Technical Design and Vendor partners!!Partner with Textile Designer to ensure compelling print assortments and color palettes
Apply understanding of design process and Private Brands/Merchant’s business objectives to ensure consistency and drive financial results
Collaborate with Apparel Designer, Design Management, Brand Management, Overseas Offices, Merchandising, Trend Department, Textile Design, Technical Design/QA, and Vendors to achieve product execution, maintain design integrity, and streamline the development process
Produce cohesive product presentations to sell concept to entire team, including boards, tear sheets and samples!!Provide coaching and feedback to others on team as appropriate and supported by Apparel Designer
Special projects and other duties as assigned
Requires designated hybrid in-office work schedule
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience
Specific Degree: Fashion Design, Fine Art or related field
Specific Training: Must be proficient in design programs: Illustrator, Photoshop, etc
1-3 years applicable experience preferred
Industry experience: Large retailer or manufacturer
Strong attention to detail
Strong commercial sense and market knowledge of garment construction!!Must be able to distinguish color
Demonstrates strong people skills and the ability to be an effective communicator, and team player
Able to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment
Ability to research and to apply market trend information
Willing to travel to stores and vendors/factories worldwide
Working knowledge of design and product development processes
Ability to prioritize and manage workload with multiple deadlines

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About Us

We set trends through our merchandise and, more importantly, through the way we work. At Belk you will find a positive, inclusive, vibrant and fast-paced environment where you have access to all the tools and resources necessary to be effective in your job. Furthermore, we know access to senior leadership is critical to making company-wide initiatives a reality and getting great ideas to the forefront of our business. Time and time again, our associates are grateful for the opportunities they have to meet with Belk´s senior most leaders.

Diversity is about embracing our differences and realizing they are what makes us stronger. We believe in an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and welcomed to bring their whole selves to work or to shop. We are on a mission to break down inequality and leverage our influence to make a position impact against racism every day.

Above all else, here you’ll find opportunities to make huge impact. It´s the result of dynamic initiatives, financial and structural support, and strong investments in the areas that are taking Belk to new heights.

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