Assistant Manager Print & Pattern

About us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

About the role

This position is responsible for assisting Print and Pattern Manager with the creation, development, and execution of seasonal prints, patterns and color from concept through production. The print team acts as a creative liaison between design, merchant, product development team, sourcing, CAD, R&D, and technical design teams in the creation of prints that are both brand appropriate and technically ready for production.

The impact you can have

• Create/prepare print packages, including cad artwork /repeats /technical print information/specific measurements/ cuttings within calendar deadlines.
• Create/maintain seasonal print chart, including ready dates of sample yardage, approval status, print direction, print placement, additional information specific to print.
• Assist in making color comments /approvals on strike off /bulk submits in timely fashion for on time commits.
• Collaborate with Design team, CAD team and outside studios/artists to develop focused and cohesive prints that are brand appropriate to sit within the collection.
• Partner with Sourcing, Product Development and R&D to determine allocation of prints to specific factories/countries.
• Communicate print issues/concerns/updates to cross-functional teams and overseas partners.
• Create presentation print boards and color cards for key Concept and Line Presentation meetings.
• Responsible for entering specific print quality and color information into SCM system for cross functional teams to utilize.
• Partner with manager/overseas partners to troubleshoot specific challenges with print development/ execution.
• Update/maintain print quality reference books, with swatches, fabric detail sheets, and print quality limitations charts.

You’ll bring to the role

• College Degree and 0-3 years experience in (textile/ design) print field.
• Ability to interpret aesthetic design inspiration into production ready patterns.
• Technical expertise in prints, color matching and creation of color ways.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and troubleshoot, as well as flexible and collaborative.
• Ability to act as a creative liaison between design, merchant and product development team.
• Must be culturally aware and able to work with global partners.
• Ability to be a self motivator, proactive and able to take directions.
• Proficient in Microsoft excel, word, and outlook.

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: $50,000 - $57,000*
• On-site:  This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Talbots office location in New York, NY. 

*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:

New York Office

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.