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Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression, you'll be at home here.About the role\nThe Director, Design oversees the seasonal design process from color concept to production fittings. The Design Director leads the design team in their execution of the original design direction set by Senior Vice President or Vice President of Design.\nThe impact you can have\nDevelops each season’s direction and establishes the prints, graphics and novelties with Senior Vice President\nManages and communicates design direction to design team\nResponsible for all fabric selections, styles, trim and color themes, and ensures they are both client and time-appropriate\nIn partnership with Design and Merchandising teams, provides general direction for silhouette\nResponsible for all prototypes put into work\nInspires Design team to present new and innovative ideas\nPartners with Merchandising and Product Development to ensure product maintains brand identity and meets business strategy\nProvides direction for fit of garments\nInterprets global and domestic concepts and fashion trends as relates to market demands\nManages staff in all aspects of product development, including market research, mood boards, designing, specing and fit\nFacilitates communication between Merchandising, Product Development, Production and Design teams\nWorks in conjunction with Senior Vice President to seasonally prepare Spectrum concept\nApproves off standard colors for production with the tech color team\nFinal sign off on line.\nAccountable for process improvement, growing business and seeking opportunities to positively affect division and company\nPeople Management\nResponsible for the selection, development and retention of team membersMentors and coaches direct reports on performance expectations\nProvides a positive, challenging work environment\nRecognize and reward talent and accomplishments\nDrives global team collaboration\n\nYou'll bring to the role\nBachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, in Design\n10 years of experience in Design, of which some time spent as a Designer in a large corporate setting\nExceptional sense of style, fabric, color and technical knowledge\nCreative and innovative design and conceptualization ability\nExceptional leadership and managerial skills\nStrategic and analytical thinker\nExceptional communication, presentation and persuasion skills\nAbility to build collaborative relationships across departments and divisions\nHighly organized and has capacity to anticipate change based on events and adapt quickly\nExcellent decision making and time management skills\nAbility to travel internationally\nProficient in Microsoft Office Applications\nBenefits\nYou will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.\nSupport for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.\nA culture of giving back - local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.\nMedical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).*\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP).\nTime off - paid time off & holidays.*\nAny job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.\nHybrid: This position works in a hybrid model, with 3 days per week worked in the office.\nLocation:\nLB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany, OH 43054Position Type:\nRegular/Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity\nThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact . The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. 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