Designer - Soft Home - FTC

Who are We?

At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for - real quality, that’s really affordable. We’re making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don’t cost the earth. 

We’re making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier. We’re making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come. That’s the Target Australians needs right now. And that’s the Target we’re here to be.
 
With our instantly recognisable logo we are one of the most iconic brands on the Australian retail market and for almost 100 years we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.. It brings us loyal customers who love and trust us. From first baby clothes to first fashion moments, we have created special memories that families across the country hold dear. By making affordable quality and style accessible for all, we have built a reputation for helping Australian families live better.
 
As an iconic Australian retailer we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are !

That’s who we are. That’s Target!

What will you do?

We have an amazing opportunity for a Designer in our Soft Home category for a 12 month contract role. In this role, you will be working collaboratively with key stakeholders to offer a professional and creative service to Target, designing commercial representative key trends in all the soft home categories to drive sales and profitability. This is such a great opportunity to shape and design desirable and on-trend product that really has impact! You will be instrumental in identifying, interpreting and implementing global homeware trends to grow sales whilst continuing to bring meaningful moments into our customers lives.

Some of the key responsibilities are (but not limited to):

• Product Development to create innovative and marketable designs that align with the company's brand image and target market. This involves conducting trend research, developing design concepts, and collaborating with product development teams to bring designs to market
• Trend forecasting and identifying new product opportunities in homewares market.
• Sample Management/Tracking (relating to housekeeping) and Sample Sign offs with prompt communication and record keeping.
• Creating and updating Technical Spec Packs and related administrative duties within our product life-cycle management system
• Product design and development in homeware products.
• Building relationships and influencing key stakeholders
• Lead the design and development of soft home from concept to final product.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development, marketing, and manufacturing to ensure design feasibility and alignment with brand vision.
• Conduct market research and trend analysis to inform design decisions and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery to critical path
• Analyse, interpret, and apply global soft home trends to enhance value through design, aligning with Target’s handwriting. Cultivate a strong aesthetic sense and stay attuned to emerging homeware trends with commercial potential.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a talented and experienced Designer specializing in homewares to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of aesthetics, and a proven track record in designing innovative and market-leading products.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Proven experience in a soft home Design role (8+ years) 
• Strong ability to forecast and implement on-trend product ranges that have a commercial and broad appeal
• Good understanding of commercial range architecture
• Excellent ability to influence and collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders
• High proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop
• Ability to create accurate technical specification drawings
• Solid knowledge of factory capabilities and limitations for mass production
• Experience in product development in conjunction with factories
• Excellent time management and organisational skills and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Confident & articulate presentation skills with strong attention to detail

We would love to see your creative flair and a PORTFOLIO of your WORKS is required to be attached to your application.

What will you get?

Target has some great benefits, including:

• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
• Novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave scheme
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself
• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).

 
Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part. 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.
 
As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check.  Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.
 
Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
 
If you would like to explore a career with Target and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
 
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