Designer - Softlines

UNAVAILABLE; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Career advancement

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunity

401k with a company match

30% merchandise discount

Job summary

Join the team as a Softline's Apparel Designer responsible for designing Ready to Wear and Accessories for Spencer's and Spirit Halloween. You will conceptualize and create costumes for adults and children, work cross-functionally with internal teams, and oversee production with overseas factories. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, 5-7 years of experience, and strong technical skills in design programs. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and insurance.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to present collections to upper management.
• Experience in product development with overseas factories.

Responsibilities

• Design Ready to Wear and Accessories for proprietary merchandise.
• Illustrate, spec, and work with overseas factories for production.
• Research competitor offerings and follow sales trends.

Skills

Apparel Design

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

3D software

Time management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design & Production

Tools

CLO 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

The Softline's Apparel Designer is responsible for designing Ready to Wear and Accessories for proprietary merchandise.

• Concept, create and develop Adult and Children’s costumes and accessories
• Illustrate, spec, and work with overseas factories for the production of apparel
• Work cross-functionally to partner with internal teams and external vendors
• Work directly with the merchandise team and/or vendors on concepts
• Design into cost structures and have a deep understanding of the business
• Research competitor offerings and follow sales trends

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design & Production; 5-7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in overseeing/managing a small team, with strong time management skills and the ability to present collections to upper management
• Licensed product development and experience using 3D software is a plus
• Ability to travel overseas as needed and hold a valid passport
• Technical skills in design programs, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CLO 3D program, as well as knowledge of Microsoft Office software; familiarity with PLM systems a plus
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with industry professionals
• Conceptual, creative, self-starter
• Diverse knowledge of pop culture and a passion for Halloween a plus

Pay Range

$75,000 - $85,000