Designer- Toys

**Brighter Futures Start Here**

As Australia and New Zealand'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 a designer working for Kmart you will identify, interpret and implement global market trends to grow sales through great looking everyday product.

Your day may also include:

- Trend forecasting (new product opportunities, range extensions & aesthetics - print/pattern/key icons)
- Range building - Collaborating with the merchandise team to build a commercial range and architecture
- Compliance - adhering to Kmart's Intellectual property requirements and processes
- End-to-end product development - Create desirable and affordable products with the customer & quality front of mind. From initial sketches to finished art, sample feedback management to final production. Including both soft goods (e.g., têxtiles, plush toys) and hard goods (e.g., plastic toys, furniture).
- Create illustrations and print designs that align with our brand's aesthetic and values.
- Work closely with suppliers, manufacturers, and the QA team to ensure the highest safety and quality standards are met.
- Present design concepts and prototypes to stakeholders for feedback and approval
- Reviewing sales data is crucial for understanding product performance and making informed decisions to improve your product range

**To be successful in this role**:
We're looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual who will bring a curious mind-set and a passion for all things retail You love delivering product, 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:

- Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, or a related field and proven experience in designing both soft goods and hard goods, preferably in a retail environment.
- Strong illustration and print design skills.
- High Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Excellent understanding of product development processes and materials.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating high-quality products.
- Previous experience in a product development role (toys & nursery experience highly desirable but not essential)
- Strong ability to forecast and implement a commercial and broad appeal trend
- Ability to create accurate technical specification drawings
- Excellent time management and organisational skills with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Confident & articulate presentation skills with strong attention to detail

**If you are a talented designer with a passion for creating beautiful and functional products, we would love to hear from you Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.**

**Benefits we’ll offer you**
- Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
- A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart and Bunnings
- 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
- We offer inclusive parental leave, 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
- A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
- Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group

**We’re here to make everyday living brighter**

From 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