Assistant CAD Designer

Macy’s; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Macy's Inc. is seeking an Assistant CAD Designer to support senior designers in executing customer-centric designs, focusing on prints, colorways, and fabric development. This role promises a vibrant work environment that fosters innovation and inclusivity while offering competitive pay and various benefits.

Benefits

Merchandise discounts

Health and Wellness Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Resources for continuous learning

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of direct experience in CAD design or related fields.
• Experience in retail or design internships preferred.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist in trend research for seasonal preparation.
• Design prints and color combinations.
• Collaborate with vendors and product teams.

Skills

CAD Design

Trend Research

Color Sense/Print Sense

Graphic Design

Technical Expertise

Pattern Development

Creative Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Relationship Building

Resilience

Continuous Learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Macy’s Inc. is a company dedicated to creating a brighter future with bold representation for all. They believe in respecting and investing in each individual, fostering growth, pride, and satisfaction. This translates into a diverse and enriching environment where individuals can bring their whole selves to work, resulting in a wider array of ideas and energy for everyone to benefit from.

Job Description: Assistant CAD Designer

Mission: To support the Senior CAD Designer/Senior Designer in executing a strategic vision with a customer-centric approach, meeting sales and profit objectives. This role requires leveraging technical expertise to identify opportunities and develop product assortments.

Key Responsibilities:

In-Season Forecasting:

• Assist the Senior CAD Designer/Senior Designer in trend research for Seasonal Prep + Concept milestone meetings, focusing on prints, colorways, embellishments, graphics, and new ornamental treatments.
• Collaborate on in-season print/pattern changes based on sales, margin, and turn forecasts in partnership with the Product Development and Buying Team.
• Recommend print/pattern assortments to key resources and management.
• Identify key prints/patterns for each classification.
• Adhere to the seasonal time and action calendar.

• Aid the Senior CAD Designer/Senior Designer in designing and developing colorways, prints, and fabric simulations (wovens, knits, foils).
• Recolor and design prints, jacquards, embroidery, embellishments, yarn dyes, and graphics.
• Scan and clean up prints to assist vendors in executing the proper number of screens.
• Assist in creating proper repeats of patterns.
• Prepare print boards and set up presentations and markets.
• Design graphics for prints, logos, etc.
• Assist in designing companion prints.
• Conduct competitive shopping for trend and research development.

Administrative Tasks:

• Maintain and organize file structures within the brand for both external and internal partners using SharePoint and PLM.
• Process and save print studio files.

Overseas/Domestic Vendors, Marketing, Product Integrity, & Technical Design:

• Maintain an industry presence to foster connections, identify new business opportunities, and generate ideas for Macy’s.
• Represent and support the Macy’s brand while building and maintaining relationships.
• Communicate extensively with design and product teams.
• Collaborate with overseas and domestic vendors.
• Regularly communicate with design and product management teams.
• Communicate daily with overseas offices to share print/pattern development information.
• Assist the Senior CAD Designer/Senior Designer in selecting and approving patterns, scale, and colors.
• Utilize design software programs for style, color, and pattern development.
• Identify print opportunities and provide suggestions.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

Required Skills:

• CAD Design: Proficiency in CAD software to create prints, color combinations, stripes, graphics, embellishments, jacquards, and plaids.
• Trend Research: Ability to conduct research and analysis on current fashion trends, focusing on prints, colorways, embellishments, graphics, and new ornamental treatments.
• Color Sense/Print Sense: Strong ability to perceive and differentiate colors and prints.
• Graphic Design: Capability to create and manipulate graphics, logos, and other visual elements.
• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of fabric simulations (wovens, knits, foils).
• Pattern Development: Proficiency in developing and refining patterns.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to find innovative solutions that meet aesthetic and functional requirements.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage project timelines and handle multiple tasks.
• Adaptability: Capacity to adapt to changing trends, priorities, and project requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail in all aspects of design.
• Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, internal stakeholders, and industry contacts.
• Resilience: Resilience and persistence in facing challenges and setbacks.
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying updated on industry trends, new technologies, and design techniques.

Ideal Candidate:

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 1-3 years of direct experience.
• Experience in retail or design internships preferred.

• Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity.
• Performance incentives and annual merit review.
• Merchandise discounts.
• Health and Wellness Benefits.
• Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities.
• Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results.

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