URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

Anthropologie Apparel Designer - Sweaters & Knits

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly) • $70K — $95K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in knitwear design.
  • Expert knowledge of garment construction and knitting techniques.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator; Web Pdm is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field preferred.
  • Creative ability to forecast fashion and cultural trends.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and manage seasonal line plan requirements.
  • Research and identify emerging fashion trends.
  • Supervise and guide Assistant/Associate Designers.
  • Source materials globally and collaborate with PD on development.
  • Communicate style details to production partners effectively.
  • Attend fittings and relevant design meetings regularly.
  • Travel to factories for program development as needed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and generous employee discounts.
  • Retirement savings options available.
  • Access to various employee perks and benefits tailored by location.
Full Job Description
Role Summary

Anthropologie is looking for a Designer for Sweaters. The Senior Designer will set the overall trend and direction for designs each season for their respective category focusing on sweaters. They will also supervise designers and ensure that designs and resulting product are appropriate for the Anthropologie customer.

Role Responsibilities

  • Initiate and complete line plan requirements on a seasonal basis ensuring that the product is consistent with the market trends and business strategy.
  • Research emerging trends and inspiration as they relate to the Anthropologie product.
  • Contribute to finding inspiration based upon the concept direction.
  • Supervise the Assistant/Associate Designers and delegate responsibilities to support the workload.
  • Globally source and shop raw materials markets and partner with PD to develop them within pricing guidelines.
  • Communicate style details to PD and collaborate with Technical Design to set-up specifications for confirmed silhouettes.
  • Partner with PD on the status of styles in development on a daily basis to ensure product execution meets design specifications.
  • Attend weekly fittings and all relevant design meetings.
  • Travel to factories for development and execution of programs as needed.
  • Develop, train, and lead the Assistant and Associate Designers.


Role Qualifications

  • Highly creative with the ability to recognize and forecast fashion and cultural trends as they relate to the Anthropologie customer.
  • Expert knowledge of garment construction, knit machines, yarns, trims, washes with the ability to mock and drape on dress forms.
  • Detailed understanding of the Knit and woven manufacturing process and technique.
  • Ability to respond to business objectives with creative, innovative, and commercial design solutions.
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to multitask in fast paced environment.
  • Energetic team player with excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with partners in Design, Buying, PD, and Production.
  • Proficient computer skills of Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and Illustrator, Web Pdm is a plus.
  • Strong hand sketching skills
  • Must have at least 7 years of experience in knitwear design.
  • Education - Bachelor's Degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field is preferred.

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The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

About URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

URBN is a portfolio of global consumer brands comprised of Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, BHLDN, Terrain, Nuuly and Menus & Venues. Urban Outfitters, Inc. is a lifestyle specialty retail company that operates under the Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, BHLDN, Terrain, Nuuly and Menus & Venues brands. The company's Urban Outfitters brand offers women's and men's fashion apparel, footwear, beauty and accessories, activewear and gear, and housewares, as well as music, primarily vinyl records and cassettes. The Anthropologie Group brand sells women's apparel, accessories, intimates, home decor, and gifts. The Free People brand includes bohemian apparel, accessories, intimates, and swimwear. The BHLDN brand offers wedding collections. The Terrain brand sells home goods, gifts, and garden products. The Nuuly brand is a subscription-based rental service for women's apparel. The Menus & Venues brand is a hospitality group that operates restaurants and catering.
Learn more about URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)
Size
25,000 employees
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$282 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$4 billion
NASDAQ
URBN
* Ladders Estimates

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