Technical Designer

About Target At Target, we deliver quality products at prices the whole family will love for longer. We’re home to quality pieces, made for you and your life. With our iconic logo, we are one of the most renowned Australian retail brands and have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families for almost 100 years. We’re immensely proud of our history and are looking for people who are as excited by our future as we are. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Technical Designer – Womenswear to join our team. As the Technical Designer, your primary responsibility is to establish fit for purpose criteria for all products, drive clear consistent best‑in‑class technical execution, drive sales and profitability, and support Target values. What will you do? Accountable for fit for purpose, elevation of quality and maintaining safety of all products in the relevant Buying Group. Own and manage Brands/Product categories/Departments. Work in collaboration with the design and buying teams to deliver innovative and commercial products on time in adherence with the Critical Path. Create accurate initial Tech packs including measurements, grading, labels and packaging, images, protocols, mandatory/safety requirements, construction and performance in conjunction with Design for development and help maintain Tech packs at every stage. Manage and conduct product fit/review sessions, measuring/review products with clear and accurate commenting on specs/manufacturing finishes to Design and suppliers on all sample stages as required. Accurately maintain fit criteria and consistency across product types and Business Group Brands. Responsible for the management of block library and standards for the respective department. Clear and organised daily communication with all stakeholders including TSSO, TAS, local suppliers, vendors, and sourcing agents. Follow up and drive resolution process of all production issues including inspection failures. Follow up and drive resolution of high priority customer related issues specific to the department. Ensure local suppliers comply with testing requirements in line with the product critical path timeline. Inspection and quality control assessment development, production and shipment samples. Conduct regular store visits for product fit, compliance and quality review assessments. Ensure that all Target sustainability policies pertaining to their products are maintained. Inspire and embed a culture of safety and elevated quality first at Target. Drive a one‑team culture between TSSO and TAS technical teams. Support Target Asia in developing vendors to have rigorous processes in place to deliver goods on‑time, to Target standards. What are we looking for? The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in Design or Technical Design, with at least 4+ years’ experience in Technical Design, Surface Pattern, Illustration Design or a similar field in a specialty retail environment. Candidates should demonstrate strong business activity and process knowledge, tactical decision‑making ability and experience in operational & process management and risk management. Experience working with offshore manufacturing is also required. Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge Minimum 5 years’ Technical Design experience. Tertiary qualification in Design or Technical Design. Pattern making and experience with tech/spec packs, grading and product construction. Experience with product fitting and feedback. Strong business activity and process knowledge. Demonstrated ability to make tactical decisions. Experience in operational & process management. Risk management experience. Experience working with offshore manufacturing. Benefits We’ll Offer Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy. Access to our team member discount programme across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks. A free OnePass membership for free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible products. Access to our benefits programme, offering exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, lifestyle and health with over 60 suppliers. Opportunity for eligible team members to participate in a bonus programme. Free onsite parking when required to work in the office. Inclusive parental leave and ongoing support through a partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances. A dynamic learning and support programme. Opportunity to fast‑track your career through our Mentor Programme as a mentee or mentor. Kudos recognition programme, where peers nominate you to spin a wheel and win prizes. Wesfarmers, the parent company of Kmart and Target, offers eligible employees an option to purchase shares through a salary‑sacrifice arrangement each year. Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group. A place you can belong We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming. Applications are encouraged from all candidates. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like by emailing Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Design, Art/Creative and Information Technology Industry Retail You’re Interested? Get notified about new Technical Designer jobs in Chadstone, Victoria, Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr