Associate Product Designer Hosiery

Implus

Job Location:

Durham, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Marketing

Job Summary

Description

Implus Footcare LLC is an industry-leading global consumer packaged goods company with 20 brands in footwear accessories hosiery specialty running outdoor fitness and movement categories. Implus is headquartered in Research Triangle Park in Durham NC with locations in the United States Australia Canada Europe Hong Kong and South Africa. Our brand family includes Balega Harbinger TriggerPoint Perfect Sport-Brella DryGuy SKLZ RockTape Sof Sole Stabil Spenco Yaktrax Apara Airplus Sneaker Balls Sof Comfort Little Hotties Forcefield. From insoles socks and shoe care to fitness equipment and seasonal accessories Implus products are sold in over 80000 retail locations across North America and in over 70 countries worldwide.

At Implus we are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture. We encourage& valuedifferent perspectives and are seeking anAssociateProductDesignerwho shares our commitment to inclusivity and enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As anAssociateProductDesigner you will play avital contributorrole in the success of our Everyday Hosiery team. The Associate Product Designer supports theexecution of overarchingproduct design requests by creating detailed technical CADS that includeaccuratestitch informationartwork layoutsgraphingand visual materials across a broad category range. Under the guidance of senior design leadership you willassistin continuous market research toidentifyemerging trends colors and innovative concepts. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across Merchandising Product Development andCommercialto ensure the original design intent is accurately carried through to the final product.

Great Associate Product Designers are actively developing a strongtrendinstinct and learning to balance business needs with target consumer this role you must be a proactive team player ready tooperatesuccessfully within a fast-paced dynamic environmentembracing change andrespondingto challenges with a positivesolutions-oriented mindset.This position is hybrid with fluctuating in-office days based on business needs.

Essential Job Function:

TREND RESEARCH INNOVATION

Conduct regular research of trends: silhouettes colors yarns patterns etc.
Maintain inspirational tears andutilizecreative formats to explain vision for range direction
Continuously provides SWOT analysis of market
Assistin building of strategic thinking for product strategies to create assortments with retailer adoptions and align with private label and branded DNA
Executecolor palette strategybased on guidance from senior designerswith attention to detail and collaborate withcrossfunctional team on how to incorporate based on market and selling trends.
Reviewsellin andsell outdatatounderstand market performance and supportfuturedesign ideation
Understand translation of all research into sock specific categories

CAD AND CREATIVE DESIGN

Create all products via Adobe Illustrator and Creative Cloud Programs
ExecutesaccurateCAD creation and development
Executes Design requests to reinforce business strategies and creative principles
Assistsin chasing new rapid business opportunities
Ability to design in 1D with a vision of 3D execution in mind
Assistin the creation ofcompelling presentations palettes and seasonal trend concepts
Sketch and make clear detailed construction pages
Identifyand understand all features and knitting techniques on CADs
Attentively check CADs for details and accuracy

TECHNICAL DESIGN

Work with Product Developers to ensure products are executed to the CAD
Understanding of hosiery and/or knit constructions
Checks sock samples to CAD for accuracy
Execute construction details while learning and executing cost targets
Constructing socks to the reflect relevant features for the category
Ability to translate technical details of sock into CAD designs
Collaborate with Design PD and Merchandising in resolving product issues
Prepare development packages and participate in all communicationand follow up related to each package in partnership with Product Development and Merchandising
Reviewing all samples for aesthetic and construction precision

COMMUNICATION/ORGANIZATION

Assistinday-to-dayprojects andhelpmaintainorganization for the design team
Effectively communicate with design team andoccasionallyexternal partners
Ability tomaintainopen communication with cross functional teams while managing priorities on multiple projects and follow up as needed.
Conceptualize and visually communicate withteam ondesigns both in person and digitally in a hybrid work environment.
Maintain updated digital files (roadmaps handoff documents and CAD files)
Support all work through thoughtful reasoning
Maintain active role in meetings with detailed notes and following up on issues
Maintain Color and Yarn Standard Library
Organize Market Samples and Lab Dips
Advocate foraccuratedesignexecution andparticipateactively in working meetings
Develop strong relationships with a collaborative attitude
Activelyparticipatesin and supports collaborative efforts amongst the design team and cross-functional partners

PRESENTATIONS

Collaborate on compelling design presentations that clearly communicate concept vision
Assistin preparation of seasonal presentation materials.
Prepare effective mood boards and trend boards seasonally for decks
Develop presentation skills
Present trends and design-centric materials internally whileobservingand supporting external presentations to develop skills

Other Functions:

Prepare effective mood boards and trend boards seasonally for decks.
Develop presentation skills
Present trends and design centric materials for internal & externalcommunity

Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

TIME MANAGEMENT

Managenumerousprojects and adapt to shifting priorities
Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Ability to follow through on multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy.
Proven ability to plan and meet deadlines within a product development calendar
Resourceful creative and efficient when faced with overlapping priorities

CREATIVITY

Expressa strong designpoint of view and apply it to execute the overarching product direction
Exceptional taste level with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Be inspired by surroundings and everyday living to form new concepts/solutions

GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

Holistic understanding of all retailers and regions around world
Full immersion in current production and samples for all sock categories
Understand the basics of the production process as it relates to the classification.
Learn strategicprocessto understand goals of development and concepts.

ADAPTABILITY

Flexible attitude
Operates well in feedback culture
Enjoys creative and strategic problem solving
Embraces change with ability to pivot based on ever changing market
Self-starter who takes initiative and incorporatesnew ideasquickly.
Respond to challenges with innovative and cost-effective design solutions
Adaptable to company structure responsibilities and core values

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 3yearswork experience preferably in the fashion and/or consumer soft-goods accessories space in either a corporate or consultancy environment
ExtraordinaryAdobe Illustrator and visual communication skills
Exceptional sense of color on-trend patterns typography formscaleand proportion
OutstandingPhoto editing & retouching skills
Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign & Creative Suite to document product & graphic designs create tech-packs and/or sales related visuals asrequired
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Problem solver and is detail oriented
Familiar with Microsoft Office
MAC and/or PC system knowledgerequired

Education & Experience:

A bachelors degree in a related field of study OR a combination of education & experience will be considered.

Relevant Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

Observe/Identify: The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Hearing: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers customers and vendors.
Operate: Write type and use the telephone copier and computer systems.
Stationary position: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50- 75% of the time.
Mobility: Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets office machinery attend meetings etc.
Predictable attendance on site
Communicate: Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Move/Transport: Ability to occasionally move boxes weighing up to 25 lbs. across office for various needs with or without accommodations
Exposed: Standard climate-controlled office setting
Occasional exposure to open air warehouse setting
Predictable attendance on site
Using MAC computer Keyboard and monitor
Work has deadlines multipleinterruptionsand may be stressful at times

Implus is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion/belief sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation age protected veteran status disability status or any other protected status under the law. Individuals needing a reasonable accommodation should contact

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DescriptionImplus Footcare LLC is an industry-leading global consumer packaged goods company with 20 brands in footwear accessories hosiery specialty running outdoor fitness and movement categories. Implus is headquartered in Research Triangle Park in Durham NC with locations in the United States Au...