Designer - Men's Activewear

Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Designer - Men's Activewear Sears is committed to improving the lives of our customers by providing quality services, products and solutions that earn their trust and build lifetime relationships. We are proud of our diverse, high-performance team work environment and we strive for continuous improvement through keen focus on growth, effectiveness and a sense of urgency. Individuals who are driven to earn our customers' trust and business every day, who act with integrity, who treat everyone fairly and value diversity, and who are accountable for their actions are welcome to show interest in becoming a member of our winning team.Under limited supervision, responsible for managing the design process from conception to final prototype for assigned product(s). Seeks direction and guidance from Director on an exception basis.Qualifications- Fully responsible for entire product design process to include market research, mood board creation, designing, sketching, "specing" and fit.- Responsible for researching global markets in order to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, etc.- Actively participates in the conceptual development of product lines (i.e., sells ideas/concepts and convinces others to adopt a course of action).- Provides recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, new concepts, etc.- Provides insight regarding style and fit of product during presentation.- Ensures that product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy.- Conducts fit sessions; responsible for final approval for sample fit.- Provides direction for color ways on stripes, plaids and prints.- Responsible for silhouette, color, print and pattern, fabric and trim selection.- Meets independently with vendors.- Works with technical designer to ensure product packages are accurate and complete.- Strong computer knowledge; abil8ity to learn how to design through new/advanced technology (e.g., on-line sketching program).- Strong design and conceptual skills.- Ability to design around concepts.- Strong sense of style and color.- Thorough knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, color ways, sewing techniques, graphics and trim.- Strong organizational, time management, communication and presentation skills- Good understanding of merchandising as it relates to sales and store environment.- College degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred.- Five to eight years design experienceBenefitsAs a Sears professional, your career path options will be determined by your performance as well as your desire to advance further within Sears organization. And you'll get some of the best benefits in the industry:-Medical, Dental and Legal Plans -Associate Stock Purchase Plan -Flexible Spending Accounts -Associate Discounts -Group Universal Life Insurance -Long-Term Disability Insurance -Long-Term Care Insurance -Business Travel Accident Insurance -Short-Term Disability -Vacation/Personal and National Holidays -WorkLife Solutions Please Note: Different eligibility rules apply to certain benefits. Some businesses do not offer all benefits shown.Sears is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.