Designers Apparel

Brighter Futures Start Here

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. 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 team

We are seeking a creative and driven Designers who have experience in fashion apparel. 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.

What you'll be doing:

Reporting to the Design Manager, you will be responsible for the research, development and design of product within our fashion apparel range. You will deliver trend steers, work on fabric and material insights and be able to deliver on tech packs to make everyday living brighter for our customers.

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

• Trend forecasting & identifying new product opportunities
• Product design & Development
• Leadership – constantly strive to improve product, process and culture
• Building relationship & influence key stakeholders
• Develop and mentor a talented Design Assistant

To be successful in this role:

We'd also love you to have:

• Proven experience in a fashion design role within Women's, Kids or Mens apparel – would be an advantage.
• Strong ability to forecast and implement commercial and broad appeal trend
• High proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop
• Ability to deliver complex tech packs for products that have a higher degree of complexity
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Confident & articulate presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience with 3D Design software highly regarded but not essential

If this sounds like you – apply now Please note – that all applications must have a portfolio of relevant design work attached to be considered.

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, Target, Officeworks 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 eligible team members get 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 celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We 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, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now