Designer – Non-Apparel

About us

LOFT creates modern, feminine, versatile clothing for women with one common style goal: to look and feel confident wherever the day takes them. We empower women to find their authentic self-expression because feeling like yourself is always in style.Here at LOFT, we're busy styling the careers and supporting the lives of everyday optimists just like you. Express your authentic self and experience endless inspiration, all while enjoying the opportunities and benefits that help you get the most from your career, life, and wardrobe.

About the role

The Designer executes the design process from conception to final prototype for assigned product(s). Is fully responsible for entire product design process to include market research, mood board creation, designing, sketching, spec'ing and fit. Demonstrates the company's Values & Practices by maintaining effective collaborative relationships, taking pride in the company and brand, and embracing diversity.

The impact you can have

• Research global, domestic and competitive markets to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques.

• Creates and executes the vision.

• Accountable for departmental financial/sales goals.

• Ensures that product is consistent with market trends while maintaining the brand identity and business strategy.

• Executes silhouette, fit and styling direction.

• Partners with Merchandising team to set seasonal framework and ensure creative ideas and business goals are in tandem.

• Collaborate with Senior Designer/Director on seasonal fabric and yarn direction, working with Product Development on research and development of qualities.

• Maintains daily communication with Merchandising, Product Development, Production and Technical Design teams regarding QA results and development issues.

• Attend all fittings and provide input in the direction of fit.

• Adheres to cross-functional calendar and attends all meetings as required.

• Pre-merchandises the line when designing the season’s collection.

• Must have strong knowledge and understanding of product/client and be able to deduce/make decision based on new information and changing trends.

• People Management: Responsible for the selection, development and retention of team members; Mentors, coaches and counsels direct reports on performance expectations; Provides a positive, challenging work environment; and Recognizes and rewards talent and accomplishments of direct reports.

• Key Collaboration Partners: Design team, Merchandising, Product Development, Production, Technical Services, Planning and Store Planning          

You'll bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Design

• 4-6 years of Design experience

• Creative and innovative sketching, design and conceptualization skills.

• Ability to design around concepts.

• Outstanding sense of style and color.

• Thorough knowledge of fabrication, silhouettes, color ways, construction techniques and trim.

• Outstanding leadership and managerial skills.

• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and divisions.

• Flexible/adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

• Highly organized and has capacity to anticipate change based on events.

• Outstanding communication, presentation and persuasion skills.

• Good understanding of merchandising as it relates to sales and store environment.

• Executes to timelines and provides timely solutions.

• Global travel and ability to source European and Asian markets.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Application, Illustrator.  Use them daily to perform work.

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*

• The target salary range for this role is: $80K - $85K.

• 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.

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Location:

Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

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 [email protected]. 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.