Product Development and Design Assistant

Meijer Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer is seeking a PD & Design Assistant to contribute to seasonal Own Brand assortments from concept through production. You’ll research trends, develop graphics, review lab dips, and prepare design boards while supporting cross-functional partners.

Ideal candidates have a fashion/art background, strong Adobe skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced retail environment. This role is based in Grand Rapids, MI, with growth opportunities within product development and design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion or Art or equivalent experience
• 1-7 years in Women's Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business objectives
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Basic knowledge of Design, Apparel Construction and Textiles
• Ability to understand and analyze Market/Trend information

Responsibilities

• Assist Product Development and Design team in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends.
• Assist with print and graphic development for each season.
• Review lab dips, artwork strike-offs and hand-looms for layout and execution.
• Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.
• Sketch designs in Illustrator (flats) and communicate construction details.
• Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.
• Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.
• Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions.
• Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.
• This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Color/Trend awareness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Art

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

The PD & Design Assistant supports the Product Development & Design team by contributing to the creation, development and execution of each season’s Own Brand assortments from initial concept through to production.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assist Product Development and Design team in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends.
• Assist with print & graphic development for each season.
• Review lab dips, artwork strike-offs and hand-looms for layout and execution.
• Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.
• Sketch designs in Illustrator (flats) and communicate construction details.
• Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.
• Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.
• Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions.
• Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.
• This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

What You Bring With You (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• 1-7 years of experience in Women's Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development.
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business objectives.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Basic knowledge of Design, Apparel Construction and Textiles.
• Ability to understand and analyze Market/Trend information.

We opened our doors more than 85 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we’re a multi-billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 240 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected classification. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application, Submissions that are not seeking help to complete the application due to a disability will not be responded to.