Assistant Designer, Girl's Wholesale - New York - ref. w75369515

Overview:

The Assistant Designer,(Girls - Wholesale) provides operational support to the design team in the creation and execution of a line. The Assistant Designer researches relevant trends, maintains the organization of the design office, communicates with the cross functional team (Merchandising, Production, Graphics), and assists the team in preparation for all milestone meetings.

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Responsibilities:

• Create sketches of styles in development.
• Maintain logs for sample tracking and update CBS sheets
• Maintain seasonal collection boards and walls.
• Execute organized, accurate technical packages.
• Create and update flat technical sketches for design tech packs.
• Develop strong working relationships with cross functional team members (Merchandising, Production and Graphics) through communication and problem solving.
• Create and update seasonal assortment sheet.
• Maintain awareness of current selling information as well as market trends and conditions.
• Understand the basics of the production process as it relates to the classification.
• Maintain awareness of corporate calendar and help supervisor manage deadlines.
• Attend and participate in fit sessions. Take detailed notes and follow up as needed.
• Assist in day to day responsibilities including filing/organizing, copying and updating development packages.
• Assist in approving strike-offs, lab-dips and other development materials
• Shop the market on a regular basis for ideas and inspiration.
• Prepare presentation materials for weekly and milestone meetings; garment samples, line sheets, CBS sheets
• Research and identify trends that are relevant to the Aéropostale customer.
• Create inspiration boards for seasonal trends.

Qualifications:

• Hybrid model, 3-4 days per week in office. Flexibility to work from home.
• Strong sketching skills
• Understanding of the Gen Z and youth market customer
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Illustrator, & Indesign. PLM experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods
• Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
• Ability to carry equipment, move boxes/samples, etc.

Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here: https://sparcbenefits.com/Candidate-Benefits-Highlights

SPARC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law (“Protected Characteristics”).

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).