Design Assistant, Ktb

1 week ago


York, Canada Roots Full time

Roots is more than just an/the iconic Canadian retailer, we are a group of passionate employees who act with integrity, trust each other and do what is right. We work in a space where people can grow and develop, with a team of people who own results and are dedicated to seeing Roots win. We seek to build longstanding relationships with partners who share our commitment to maintaining high ethical standards of operation.

We are currently seeking a Design Assistant - Kid, Toddler, Baby who can be nice, will seek inspiration from our roots, can commit to achieving results the right way and loves to think big to join us on our journey.

The Design Assistant - Kid, Toddler, Baby is a member of our Design team, reporting directly to the Sr. Designer. They will assist in executing all aspects of product development for the Kid, Toddler, Baby category and is responsible for the information of multiple season products, from seasonal direction hand off to pre-product sign off.

The Design Assistant - Kid, Toddler, Baby for Roots will be responsible for the following:

- Conducting market trend research on an ongoing basis, which assists in the identification of seasonal fashion direction and trends.
- Creating and maintaining the Product Development Bill of Materials and ensuring follow through on all fabrics and trims, in accordance with company standards prior to usage.
- Assisting in selecting and validating the construction requirements for all styles and fabrications.
- Utilizing advanced design skills to create original and innovative product design that appropriately reflects the Roots Canada design philosophy.
- Participating in the colour selection and lab dip process for all new and existing fabrics as well as setting all color standards for future reference.
- Entering and updating all data as required into PDM and Momentis.
- Creating, distributing, and maintaining communication on product to vendors.
- Adhering to multiple season product development calendar and ensuring critical sign off deadlines are being met.
- Managing the development of SMU special requests, as they pertain to each delivery.
- Working cross-functionally with technical design, product development, graphics, merchandising, R&D, and sourcing teams.
- 2+ years of working experience within a Fashion/Garment Design role or related position.
- CAD development skills for construction of garments and merchandised presentations.
- General knowledge of merchandising and critical product construction.
- Excellent presentation skills of both design and final product.
- Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Prior experience with web PDM and Momentis is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator is required.

Founded in 1973, Roots Canada is a publicly held Canadian lifestyle brand that sells apparel, leather bags, small leather goods, footwear and active athletic wear with over 100 retail stores in North America and Asia.



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