Meijer

Product Development and Design Assistant

Grand Rapids, MI Full time

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!

 

Meijer Rewards

  • Weekly pay

  • Scheduling flexibility

  • Paid parental leave 

  • Paid education assistance

  • Team member discount

  • Development programs for advancement and career growth

 

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

The PD & Design Assistant supports the Product Development & Design team by contributing to the creation, development and execution of each season’s Own Brand assortments from initial concept through to production.

*** This position follows a hybrid schedule based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Please include your portfolio with your application***


 

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Assist Product Development Manager/Design in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends. 

  • Review lab dips, and sign-off on artwork strike-offs and handlooms for layout and execution. 

  • Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.

  • Sketch designs in Illustrator (flats) and communicate construction details.

  • Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.

  • Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.

  • Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions. 

  • Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.

  • This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

What You Bring With You (Qualifications):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education).

  • 1-5 years of experience in Apparel Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development.

  • Proficiency Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.

  • Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to analyze, interpret & apply market/ trend info.

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams.

  • Basic industry knowledge of design, garment construction and textiles.