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Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

About the role

This position is responsible for overseeing the interpretation and implementation of design concepts into brand appropriate items for Haven Well Within including color, print and pattern direction, and seasonal brand expression and storytelling. The Design Director for Haven Well Within leads a team who creates and develops a marketable, product line through the vision and illustration of design concepts appropriate for the Haven Well Within customer while consistently meeting and exceeding sales growth strategies.

The impact you can have

• Responsible for managing the design vision for Haven Well Within
• Conduct seasonal global and domestic research for color, print/pattern, and trend direction
• Articulate and prepare presentations to leadership and business partners (concept, line presentation, etc.)
• Guide the team in the creation and execution of innovative product for Haven Well Within ensuring a strong focus on brand integrity, sales/margin goals, and growth opportunities
• Execute silhouette, fit and styling direction
• Partner with cross functional counterparts to drive seasonal framework ensuring that creative ideas and business goals are in tandem
• Partner with Fabric R& D to research and identify yarns and fabrics that align with and amplify sustainability goals
• Adhere to cross-functional calendar and attend all meetings as required
• Create, approve, and oversee execution of tech packs/seasonal development hand offs
• Provide a collaborative, challenging work environment

Internal and External Relationships

• lnternal: Design, Product Development / Sourcing, Merchandising, Technical Design
• External: Fabric Mills, Factory Representatives, Trim Vendors

You'll bring to the role

• Knowledge and experience at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design
• 15+ years of related design experience
• Collaborative partner with superior time and project management skills; a hands-on and team-oriented partner able to shift gears seamlessly and is willing to do what it takes to support deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
• Proven ability to communicate and influence diverse level of talent to achieve results
• Highly creative with a strong, innovative business growth mindset and exceptional management skills
• Superior sketching ability with expert Illustrator skills; able to efficiently create compelling design presentations
• Highly proficient in sustainable textile and yarn research and development, sustainable manufacturing, and packaging practices
• Knowledge and experience working with pattern makers, sample makers, technical designers, and CAD designers 

• Independent, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Proficient with computer programs including PLM/Product Development Platform, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office (Excel is a must). Experience using Miro and Microsoft Teams, a plus.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.