Designer - Country Road (Bags)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Soft Bag Designer to join the Country Road Accessories team. You will research, design and develop categories aligned to the Brand strategy and financial metrics; working collaboratively with Design, Planning, Buying and PD&S. Key Accountabilities Collate and present trend research and present inspiration Research and present Trend Direction seasonally to key stakeholders Design a product range aligned to the brand strategy Range to Option Plan provided by planning team. Complete thorough specifications for Suppliers (including technical and construction specifications) Provide comments on all raw materials to P&DS team/Suppliers (including lab dips, strike off and trims) Manage proto reviews and collate comments to ensure product design and quality standards are achieved, partnering with PD&S team to achieve cost and margin targets Communicate product design changes to relevant stakeholders to mitigate any design concerns, potential delays and/or price variations Evaluate range performance by assessing weekly sales reports and attending trade meetings, taking learnings into future actions Ensure range is considered and aligned where appropriate to Women’s apparel/ Home Divisions. Manage and mentor Design Assistant. Key Capabilities Previous design experience in Accessory Design with bag knowledge preferred. Experience in mentoring and managing team members preferred Strong technical design, fit and sketching skills Diploma or degree qualification in Fashion Design or related field Intermediate/Advanced skills in Illustrator and Photoshop Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong stakeholder management skills. Why work for CRG? The Country Road Group is one of Australasia’s largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer: Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands Seasonal clothing allowance An additional day of leave for your birthday An Industry leading Parental Leave Program Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly. About Country Road Since 1974, Country Road has built a legacy of effortless style and quality designs that are made to last. From its products to its partnerships and stores, the brand looks to drive positive change so you can feel proud of every Country Road purchase you take home. Country Road Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Location: Middle Park, AU

Posted Date: 3/1/2025