Associate Designer

About us

Our founder, Lena Bryant didn't set out to change fashion forever, but that's exactly what she did. 120 years later, Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression, you'll be at home here.

About the role

The Associate Designer will support the Design Team in executing seasonal concept direction, line plan style needs, margin requirements and completion of product.  Communicates to agents/vendors and other departments under the direction of the Designer/Senior Designer. Will additionally provide tactical and administrative support for specified categories.

The impact you can have

• Assist Sr. Designer/Designer in creating the product collections at the beginning of each season for specific category/categories

• Support design team by preparing necessary visual tools (i.e. sketches, line sheets in google slides, presentation boards, fabric swatches, color standards, etc)

• Email daily communication to agent/vendor offices as needed

• Assist in coordinating category samples and CADs for line review and Line Coordination

• Attend all Fit sessions pertaining to your category/categories

• Partner and communicate with Sourcing to ensure accurate translation of design intent

• Partner with Merchants to know and understand sales of your category and be able to apply this sales knowledge to future development

• Assist in all sketching seasonal assortment, creating accurate seasonal tech packs, tech pack updates and line sheets per categories under direction of the Sr. Designer and/or designer

You’ll bring to the role

• 2-4 years of experience in a design related position for a fashion retailer.

• Background in fit, fabric development, finishes and construction details.

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field preferred.

• Proficient in Word, Excel and Power Point. Prior PLM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CLO and Kaleidostyle experience preferred.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

• Ability to build and sustain relationships quickly.

Benefits at KnitWell Group 

• 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 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) retirement*  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Time off – paid time off & holidays* 

*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.  

• On-site:  This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Lane Bryant office location in New Albany, OH. 

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. 

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Location:

LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany, OH 43054

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.