Designer, Angel Essentials- Victoria's Secret

Designer, Angel Essentials- Victoria's Secret

At Victoria's Secret & Co, you'll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You'll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.
We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you'll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.
The Designer will be responsible for creating commercially viable product designs for mid to high volume categories/collections, typically with a focus on our sport business. Presents and delivers brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy; encompassing style, color/print, fit and fabric for new/existing product lines. Researches and interprets fashion trends and consumer needs that uphold the integrity of the product lines/brand. Demonstrates a passion for the brand, inspires individuals and relies on managerial skills to plan and accomplish goals. Manages works under minimal supervision, exercising a moderate degree of scope/decision-making.
Create brand-right, commercial designs that reflect the conceptual direction/business strategy
Develop seasonal product with a focus on style, fit and fabric
Adapt designs based on feedback, incorporating for finalization
Implement processes to understand/anticipate the needs of the customer in order to exceed customer expectations and readily react to their needs
Deliver product designs with flawless execution; achieving goals with speed, agility and acute attention to detail
Identify and recommend resources in sourcing new ideas, both internally and externally, and conduct ongoing competitor research/trend analysis
Collaborate and communicate with key partners throughout the design process including Merchandising, Marketing, and Product Development
Present designs to internal leader/team as well as key cross-functional partners
Execute design sketches/prototypes and provide specifications
Create detailed tech packs, focusing on construction, drapes and finishing techniques to ensure first prototypes come in accurate and in line with brand's expectations. Update BOMs in Centric and ensure accuracy.
Update linesheets throughout the season, both with sketches and color and ensure all information is accurate by collaborating with cross functional teams (including Color & Print, PD, Graphics teams).
Anticipate/solve potential issues and provide conflict resolution
Manage, develop, and inspire junior design talent
Build and maintain collaborative and effective relationships
Assess practices to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and speed in delivery
Ensure deliverables meet budget and time commitments without compromising design excellence
Bachelor's degree in Design or equivalent experience in knits/fleece category preferred
7+ years of design experience in a comparable retail environment
Exceptional talent with a commercial fashion eye and detail in product styling/performance
Demonstrated ability to create original design sketches and successful product lines
Strong understanding and design including fit, construction and fabrics
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Illustrator, InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite
Experience in Centric a plus
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed
Paid parental leave to bond with your new addition
401(k) savings plan with company match
Merit increases and performance bonuses
On-the-spot recognition and rewards for a job well done
Employee stock purchase program
Merchandise discounts
Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Commuter benefits
Working and Living in New York City
When you work at Victoria's Secret in New York City, you'll be at the heart of global fashion innovation and leadership. Our corporate offices are a creative hub of bold ideas, iconic branding, and visionary strategy. Here, we bring together gifted professionals in a wide variety of areas, including Product Development & Design, Merchandising & Planning, Marketing & Media Strategy, Digital & E-commerce, Creative Services, Asset Protection & Executive Security and Customer Experience Leadership. New York is also home to our flagship retail store with three floors of shopping, a champagne bar and much more. With a career at Victoria's Secret in New York, you'll enjoy an incomparable lifestyle where you'll be immersed in one of the most dynamic and exciting cities on Earth, known for its worldrenowned dining, shopping, entertainment and more.