We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you'll feel the impact of the work you'll do every day. Join our team in our unwavering promise to make everyday living brighter by providing great value products at the best prices for Australian and New Zealand families.As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours. We're changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.Join the teamDue to an exciting upcoming promotion into our Design Development Program (DDP), we have a brilliant opportunity for a motivated Design Assistant to join our professional and high performing Design Team. The role offers a great office culture and a happy supportive working environment. Plus, there's loads of opportunity to make your mark in the development and design of garments. This role is suited to someone who really loves both the creative and the technical side to design and development. We're looking for a long-term talented employee who really wants to play a key role and if career progression is what you're after, then we've got you!What you'll be doingAs the Design Assistant you will:Work collaboratively with the Senior Designer and broader design teamWork on technical sketches for tech packsSet up & maintain range pagesAssist with fitting samples & attending fit sessionsAssist in the selection of fabrics, trims and accessoriesUndertake seasonal trend researchCollate research into edited presentationsAssist with administrative duties & other design related tasksTo be successful in this team you will have:Fashion Design, Textile Design, Graphic Design qualification or similarProficient in Adobe Suite, specifically Illustrator and PhotoshopAbility to create accurate technical specification drawings or the ability to learn on the job quicklyKnowledge of construction and technical skills related to the area of product developmentConfident with Microsoft suiteGood communication skills and the ability to build relationships quickly with key stakeholdersAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasksAbility to organise self and work to tight deadlinesExperience within Activewear or swimwear is not essential but highly advantageousBenefits we'll offer you:A dynamic learning and support programCompetitive remunerationFlexible working through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policyA discount card for Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings, plus other benefitsA bonus program (where eligible)Development opportunities across Kmart Group (comprised of Kmart, Target and Catch) as well as the broader Wesfarmers Group.Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible)We're here to make everyday living brighterFrom humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we're now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond. We're designing and creating the products people reach for every day. In-store, online, or Click & Collect – getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between. We're progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.A place you can belongAt Kmart and Target, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing you would like to explore a career with Kmart and Target and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.#J-18808-Ljbffr