Technical Designer

**Brighter Futures Start Here**

As Australia’s biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand. All around the globe. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause. Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices - it’s the heart of everything we do.

As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality. Because at Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

**What you’ll be doing**:
As our new Apparel Technical Designer, you will lead the day to day operational & performance of technical fit and Prototype development within a category in Apparel. You will do this by being responsible for providing a technical support function - providing a high level of technical advice & expertise to support the Better Product Kmart Strategy.

This is an exciting time to join our small & supportive team (with great internal processes and systems) as we start to embrace 3D technology

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

- Work closely to support our Apparel Technical Design Lead & ensure any business-critical topics are raised in a timely manner
- Partner with Design teams and Merch to develop Kmart products in alignment with production standards, product aesthetics and brand DNA.
- Liaise with KAS Product Technologists to support through the sample approval process
- Partner with Design team on prototype/production tech pack development Partner with KAS 3D teams to deliver best in class patterns to deliver the Kmart Better Product Strategy

**To be successful in this role**:
We're looking for an analytical, and proactive team member who will bring an agile & practical mind-set as well as a passion for all things Retail You love sharing your technical expertise within apparel, customers are always front of mind and building and managing relationships with a variety of key stakeholders is one of your strengths. We'd also love you to have:

- Extensive hands-on experience within apparel product development, manufacturing processes and supplier management
- Product development and approval experience within a retailer or sourcing office
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Experience with developing and implementing product improvement processes
- Proven experience in fitting, sizing, and Tech Pack creation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Qualifications in Pattern Making, Pattern Grading, Garment Construction, Garment Production or similar or 3D pattern making is highly regarded
- Sound knowledge of Illustrator or Cad drawing systems Microsoft office & Product Lifecycle management programs or similar
- Experience with Womenswear, Intimates or Childrenswear would be beneficial

We understand not everyone will have experience with 3D technology so training and support will be provided. An exciting opportunity to grow your skillset

If you have a hunger to learn and grow in this role, then we’d love to hear from you

**Benefits we’ll offer you**:

- Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
- A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks
- A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products
- Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health - with over 60 suppliers
- We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
- Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office
- We offer inclusive parental leave, a family room and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
- A dynamic learning and support program
- Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
- In-house café that serves breakfast, lunch and includes a collaborative space to work in
- A reflection room that can be used for prayer, meditation, or time for you
- A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
- Regular product sample sales with loads of discounted items to purchase
- Wesfarmers is Kmart’s parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement
- Great career opportunities across the bro