Designer - Activewear

The Warehouse Group (TWG) is a Kiwi household name, and we proudly recognise the role that we play in communities throughout New Zealand. We have our customers top of mind as we work purposefully together, “Helping Kiwis live better every day” and passionate about delivering quality products and unparalleled experience for our customers, in a retail world that is dynamic and ever-changing!

Apparel is a key category for the business – and we’re looking for a talented Apparel Designer with exceptional product development skills and a strong collaborative approach to join our passionate in-house design team supporting our Activewear category!

Our in-house Design team is the creative conduit in the business – working alongside our buying and sourcing departments, this is a dynamic & varied role with lots of opportunity to set trends, add value, creativity – what could be better than designing commercial ranges our customers will fall in love with! Your wheelhouse of product development, technical textile and design skills and experience will help deliver exciting, must-have trend focused ranges!

In addition, we’re also on an exciting journey of integrating Browzwear and 3D design technology to futureproof our design processes and workflows, and support our sustainability and efficiency goals! 

A snapshot of the role will see you: 

• Trend forecasting key items, colours, fabrics, details and products for seasonal launches for the apparel categories including women and menswear.
• Apparel range and graphics design
• Work collaboratively with buying and sourcing teams to curate and build cohesive ranges
• Research and apply market & trend information through design analytics. 

You’ll have a true customer mindset and ability to design fitting commercial needs is a must! A passionate team player with a collaborative approach will enjoy working in the dynamic, fast-paced retail environment. You’ll be nimble to change with a strong ability to adapt quickly to priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.

• Proven intermediate to senior level designer experience including taking product from concept through execution and partnering with overseas manufacturers 
• Experience working across Activewear highly desired
• Experience/strong knowledge of 3D technical programme – Browzwear (or equivalent 3D design technology) will be a big bonus!
• Demonstrated creative ability including graphics, textile design, visual merchandising 
• Commercial sense working within a retail environment 
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator & Photoshop 

Come work with us as we aim to “Help Kiwis live better everyday!”.

We are intentional about finding the right people to allow us to work best as a team and truly make a difference for the business and our customers.  What we can promise in return is work that will challenge & excite, working with passionate like-minded people.

Our teams balance a hybrid working approach (up to 2 days per week from home). Conveniently located in Northcote, we offer free car parking on-site plus EV charging!  Great discounts across our brands and excellent career opportunities within the business!

Excited by the opportunity? Apply today – please include a small sample of your work/portfolio; this will be reviewed as part of your application.