Evereve
Senior Apparel Designer Womens Tops - Headquarters - Edina, MN
Evereve, Edina, Minnesota, United States,
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Evereve inspires women to move forward in their fashion and in their lives by offering modern, curated pieces-along with expert styling-to ensure women feel confidently put together. Our 100+ stores, booming e-commerce business and a fast-growing subscription box service, Trendsend, reach over one million customers every year.
Living our core values and treating everyone with HEART (humility, empathy, authenticity, relationships, tenacity) creates a shared purpose and collaborative community-and it's also a key part of our success. Join our team to help shape the future of an ever-growing, ever-evolving brand!
Evereve is seeking an experienced Senior Designer in women's ready-to-wear for Tops with the ability to create original, saleable concepts that encompass style design, color, print and pattern and fabric. They would be responsible for the design and development of Knit Cut and Sew Tops and oversee Woven Tops. They will be passionate about product and ensuring that we bring customer-focused, high-quality apparel designs to life for our customer's unique needs, preferences and lifestyle. They will work in partnership with our Senior Director of Design, Woven Tops Designer, Textile Design, Technical Design, Sourcing and buying group.
The ideal person for this role will have a passion for designing, be a team player with excellent leadership and organizational skills focused on attention to detail and follow-through, have a keen design eye, and strong strategic thinking abilities. They will be a builder, creative thinker and comfortable in a more entrepreneurial environment.
LOCATION:
Headquarters (Edina, MN) - This position is not a remote option.
Key Roles and Responsibilities are, but are not limited to:
Develop a deep understanding of the Evereve brand, our mission and our Customer's needs and lifestyle to inform and create relevant products and solutionsStay abreast of benchmarks + aspirational competitors, fashion industry/market trends and our floor, along with our Customer needs and preferences to identify recurring patterns and translate inspiration into successful productSupport the creation of seasonal trend concept in conjunction with the Senior Director of Design (4X/year) inclusive of: theme, colors, print + pattern, silhouette/key items, fabrics and details through researchSynthesize information and direction to develop a clear design point of view that ensures brand differentiation and style leadership while aligning with the overall design vision and merchant strategyExecute product design from concept through all stages of design and production to ensure it delivers on overall design strategy, brand identity, quality expectations, Customer lifestyle, and assortment strategy
Research materials, components, fabrics and trims and make thoughtful design decisionsDesign unique and relevant product across multiple categories seasonally to support Owned Brand developmentReview and gain approval of designs, fabrics and print + pattern by Senior Design Director and Buying group; edit and re-work as neededDesign and present a seasonal assortment of woven Owned Brand tops aligned to customer needs and Merchant Line PlanCAD styles and assortment for Owned Brand in IllustratorCommunicate style and print direction to vendors each season to support development initiativesCommunicate and collaborate with Senior Textile Designer and Design team for print needs by seasonExecute component, fabric, wash and print approvals - communicate and follow through with vendors
Collaborate with Senior Director of Design, Design Leader, Merchant and Planning teams to ensure product is compatible with quality and pricing goalsPartner with vendors to understand and leverage their strengths in the design process, working with the Sourcing Manager and Buyer to award programs to those whose capabilities best match Evereve's needsDrive for continuous growth in the development process, including, but not limited to optimizing resource managementSupport Technical Designer initiatives as needed to ensure garment specs, fit and construction meet established Evereve desired fit and specificationsParticipate in bi-weekly fit sessions with live fit model and collaborate with Technical Designers and Buyer throughout fit process to ensure fit is aligned with customer needs, relevant feedback and trend relevanceSupport Technical Designer with Product Audits as neededThis position requires a Designer with strong knowledge of the development process to make decisions that are right for the product, cost effective and meet the brand aesthetic and customer needs.Requirements
4-year Degree in Apparel Design8+ years of experience in Women's apparel design, ideally including knit cut and sew, and product development processes, including taking product from concept through execution and partnering with vendors throughout the processTechnical skills: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), Outlook, Google Suite, Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systemsInnovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that garners respect and gets resultsAdaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment and calendar; Manages competing demands and understands effective prioritization strategies; Modifies approach or method to best fit each situation; Tries new things; Practices strong critical thinking skills; Comfortable working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment which demands high quality, creativity and consistencyInterpersonal Skills: Collaborative work style; Focuses on solutions; Listens and remains open to others' ideas; Supports a team environment of mutual respect; Accepts feedback from others; Gives recognition to othersLeadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Demonstrates organization, preparedness and a strategic approach to meetings and assortmentsExperience: Proven expertise and successful sales track record in the apparel category; Demonstrated high taste level and creative ability - including color, pattern, visual merchandising, commercial sense and market knowledge; A strong understanding of garment construction, garment specifications, measurements and experience collaborating with a Technical DesignerSelf-directed, self-motivated and self-awareEvereve Benefits and Perks:
Self-Managed PTO:
Time off is yours to plan and use as you need itAffordable Health Insurance:
80% employer-paid premiums for medical and dental for team members; 50% covered for eligible partners, spouses and dependentsParental Leave:
Generous paid leave benefits for maternity, paternity and adoption to enjoy time with your growing familyFlex Spending Accounts:
Benefit from pre-tax savings for out-of-pocket healthcare or dependent/daycare costsAdditional Insurance:
Company paid short-term disability and life insurance401k + 5% Match:
Contribute to your financial future and receive a 5% company match with immediate vesting upon enrollmentFashion Discount:
Enjoy a 30% discount on all Evereve product when you shop in our storesFlexible Work Model:
Offers work from home flexibility with a 4-day in-office presence to build connection with team membersCulture of Purpose:
Experience a culture of purpose rooted in our HEART Values - Humility, Empathy, Authenticity, Relationship and Tenacity
Full-time
Description
Evereve inspires women to move forward in their fashion and in their lives by offering modern, curated pieces-along with expert styling-to ensure women feel confidently put together. Our 100+ stores, booming e-commerce business and a fast-growing subscription box service, Trendsend, reach over one million customers every year.
Living our core values and treating everyone with HEART (humility, empathy, authenticity, relationships, tenacity) creates a shared purpose and collaborative community-and it's also a key part of our success. Join our team to help shape the future of an ever-growing, ever-evolving brand!
Evereve is seeking an experienced Senior Designer in women's ready-to-wear for Tops with the ability to create original, saleable concepts that encompass style design, color, print and pattern and fabric. They would be responsible for the design and development of Knit Cut and Sew Tops and oversee Woven Tops. They will be passionate about product and ensuring that we bring customer-focused, high-quality apparel designs to life for our customer's unique needs, preferences and lifestyle. They will work in partnership with our Senior Director of Design, Woven Tops Designer, Textile Design, Technical Design, Sourcing and buying group.
The ideal person for this role will have a passion for designing, be a team player with excellent leadership and organizational skills focused on attention to detail and follow-through, have a keen design eye, and strong strategic thinking abilities. They will be a builder, creative thinker and comfortable in a more entrepreneurial environment.
LOCATION:
Headquarters (Edina, MN) - This position is not a remote option.
Key Roles and Responsibilities are, but are not limited to:
Develop a deep understanding of the Evereve brand, our mission and our Customer's needs and lifestyle to inform and create relevant products and solutionsStay abreast of benchmarks + aspirational competitors, fashion industry/market trends and our floor, along with our Customer needs and preferences to identify recurring patterns and translate inspiration into successful productSupport the creation of seasonal trend concept in conjunction with the Senior Director of Design (4X/year) inclusive of: theme, colors, print + pattern, silhouette/key items, fabrics and details through researchSynthesize information and direction to develop a clear design point of view that ensures brand differentiation and style leadership while aligning with the overall design vision and merchant strategyExecute product design from concept through all stages of design and production to ensure it delivers on overall design strategy, brand identity, quality expectations, Customer lifestyle, and assortment strategy
Research materials, components, fabrics and trims and make thoughtful design decisionsDesign unique and relevant product across multiple categories seasonally to support Owned Brand developmentReview and gain approval of designs, fabrics and print + pattern by Senior Design Director and Buying group; edit and re-work as neededDesign and present a seasonal assortment of woven Owned Brand tops aligned to customer needs and Merchant Line PlanCAD styles and assortment for Owned Brand in IllustratorCommunicate style and print direction to vendors each season to support development initiativesCommunicate and collaborate with Senior Textile Designer and Design team for print needs by seasonExecute component, fabric, wash and print approvals - communicate and follow through with vendors
Collaborate with Senior Director of Design, Design Leader, Merchant and Planning teams to ensure product is compatible with quality and pricing goalsPartner with vendors to understand and leverage their strengths in the design process, working with the Sourcing Manager and Buyer to award programs to those whose capabilities best match Evereve's needsDrive for continuous growth in the development process, including, but not limited to optimizing resource managementSupport Technical Designer initiatives as needed to ensure garment specs, fit and construction meet established Evereve desired fit and specificationsParticipate in bi-weekly fit sessions with live fit model and collaborate with Technical Designers and Buyer throughout fit process to ensure fit is aligned with customer needs, relevant feedback and trend relevanceSupport Technical Designer with Product Audits as neededThis position requires a Designer with strong knowledge of the development process to make decisions that are right for the product, cost effective and meet the brand aesthetic and customer needs.Requirements
4-year Degree in Apparel Design8+ years of experience in Women's apparel design, ideally including knit cut and sew, and product development processes, including taking product from concept through execution and partnering with vendors throughout the processTechnical skills: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), Outlook, Google Suite, Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systemsInnovation: Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that garners respect and gets resultsAdaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment and calendar; Manages competing demands and understands effective prioritization strategies; Modifies approach or method to best fit each situation; Tries new things; Practices strong critical thinking skills; Comfortable working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment which demands high quality, creativity and consistencyInterpersonal Skills: Collaborative work style; Focuses on solutions; Listens and remains open to others' ideas; Supports a team environment of mutual respect; Accepts feedback from others; Gives recognition to othersLeadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Demonstrates organization, preparedness and a strategic approach to meetings and assortmentsExperience: Proven expertise and successful sales track record in the apparel category; Demonstrated high taste level and creative ability - including color, pattern, visual merchandising, commercial sense and market knowledge; A strong understanding of garment construction, garment specifications, measurements and experience collaborating with a Technical DesignerSelf-directed, self-motivated and self-awareEvereve Benefits and Perks:
Self-Managed PTO:
Time off is yours to plan and use as you need itAffordable Health Insurance:
80% employer-paid premiums for medical and dental for team members; 50% covered for eligible partners, spouses and dependentsParental Leave:
Generous paid leave benefits for maternity, paternity and adoption to enjoy time with your growing familyFlex Spending Accounts:
Benefit from pre-tax savings for out-of-pocket healthcare or dependent/daycare costsAdditional Insurance:
Company paid short-term disability and life insurance401k + 5% Match:
Contribute to your financial future and receive a 5% company match with immediate vesting upon enrollmentFashion Discount:
Enjoy a 30% discount on all Evereve product when you shop in our storesFlexible Work Model:
Offers work from home flexibility with a 4-day in-office presence to build connection with team membersCulture of Purpose:
Experience a culture of purpose rooted in our HEART Values - Humility, Empathy, Authenticity, Relationship and Tenacity