Purpose:
Design and develop seasonal Accessory concepts based on thorough trend and
competitive research and overall creative direction, with direction from
Designer. Manage seasonal product design execution for the business
classification to achieve overall creative and business objectives. This
includes fabric and trim selection, styling, color, textile design, and fit.
Core Accountabilities:
· Research, interpret and apply market trends appropriate to the brand.
· Work with Designer to formulate seasonal strategies.
· Assist in development of color and concept direction with Designer for
specific classification responsibilities, and execution of related pattern work
and styling.
· Manage creative and technical development of product within the merchandise
assortment strategies.
· Develop technical sketches for new products.
· Develop accurate and technically viable Proto Spec Packages in WebPDM.
· Review all prototype samples for construction, silhouette, fit, and trim
details.
· Collaborate with Design and Merchandising team to achieve product execution
and maintain design integrity.
· Select seasonal fabrics and washes.
· Attend Product Fittings and address fit issues to maintain the design
integrity and ensure the fit is brand appropriate.
· Assist and execute product presentations.
· Develop and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external partners.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Highly developed sense of creativity for color, pattern, fabric,
silhouettes, and trends.
· Technical proficiency in garment construction and fit execution.
· Team player with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
· Strong presentation skills.
· Ability to manage multiple deadlines and calendars.
· Ability to sketch in Adobe Illustrator is highly desirable.
· Knowledge of WebPDM.
Education/Experience Required:
· Apparel or fashion design degree or equivalent experience.
· 3 years of related product design and development experience
WHAT DO WE DO? Eddie Bauer is a specialty retailer that sells high
quality casual apparel and accessories for the modern outdoor lifestyle. Our
brand is authentic. It is named after our founder, Eddie Bauer. This heritage
provides the company with the foundation for the brand: a love for the outdoors,
quality you can trust, passionate product design, great customer service, a
spirit of innovation, and creative marketing.
WHY EDDIE BAUER? We believe that people are the foundation of our
business. Our culture is unique; our values encourage focusing on customers,
quality, curiosity, passion, teamwork, integrity, straight talk / listening and
results. Our teams possess a great sense of pride and energy. Eddie Bauer's
Associates know they make a difference!
WHAT WE OFFER! Eddie Bauer offers a collaborative work environment,
competitive compensation, and product discount.
We will personally contact applicants qualified for an interview. No phone calls
please.
Eddie Bauer is committed to equal opportunity employment.