Product Design and Development Specialist

ABOUT DESIGNWORKS Designworks is Brand Collective’s product design, development and sourcing division, partnering with leading brands and retailers to bring commercially successful products to market. From concept through to development, sourcing and production, our team combines creative expertise with commercial thinking to create product that connects with customers and delivers for our partners. ROLE IN A NUTSHELL Working within Designworks, you’ll help bring Forever 21 to market as one of our brand partners, creating trend-led product that captures the energy and attitude of this globally recognised fashion brand. As Product Designer & Developer, you’ll translate emerging fashion trends, customer insights and the Forever 21 brand into commercially compelling ranges. You’ll own the design and development journey from concept through to finished product, working across trend research, range development, fabrications, sampling and offshore production. You’ll also bring each range to life through compelling visual presentation, while using AI-assisted tools to accelerate ideation, trend research and design development. Working closely with Buying, Planning, Technical, Production and Sourcing, you’ll balance creative ambition with commercial targets, critical paths and brand requirements. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Develop seasonal Forever 21 ranges informed by customer insights, trend research and previous performanceResearch fashion trends, competitors and market opportunities to shape commercially relevant range directionDesign and develop product from concept through to production, including technical drawings, fabrics, trims, colour and printManage sampling, critical path timelines and offshore supplier relationships to deliver product on timeCreate costing art sheets, range books, mood boards and presentation materials to bring concepts to lifePresent range concepts and product updates to Buyers, licensors and key stakeholders, incorporating feedbackPartner with Buying, Planning, Technical, Production and Sourcing to deliver commercially successful ranges ABOUT YOU 3-4+ years’ experience as a Fashion Designer, ideally across youth, womenswear or trend-led fashionTertiary qualification in Fashion Design or a related disciplineStrong Adobe Illustrator skills and a confident eye for colour, texture, scale and visual presentationStrong understanding of fashion trends and the Forever 21 target customer, with the ability to translate trends into commercial productSolid knowledge of fabrics, textile construction, trims, garment construction, fit and manufacturingComfortable working with offshore suppliers, critical paths and multiple competing prioritiesCurious about AI and emerging design technologies, with strong communication, organisation and collaboration skills JUST SOME PERKS WE OFFER Pet-friendly workspace - Yes, your furry friend can join you at work!Product allowance & Generous discounts - Up to 50% off top brands like Reebok, Superdry, and Elka Collective!Exclusive LK Group discounts - Treat yourself to savings at Daniel’s Donuts, Hommey, Snooze & more!Access to sample sales - Exclusive to Brand Collective team members only.Leave when it matters - Celebration leave, paid parental leave, volunteer leave.Novated leasing - Drive your dream car with ease.Loyalty rewards - We celebrate your milestones with generous service awards!Well-being matters - Corporate Discount on Health Cover, Free access to Mental Health Professionals through our Employee Assistance Program. READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? Bring your fashion instinct, creativity and commercial product development expertise to Designworks and help shape the next generation of Forever 21 product. ABOUT BRAND COLLECTIVE Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life!  At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply today to bring brands to life! Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and we encourage applicants to apply early.