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Designer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Coventry

AI generated summary

  • You should possess strong design skills, a creative mindset, experience with design software, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
  • You will create visually appealing designs, collaborate with teams, conduct research, and ensure brand consistency across various platforms to enhance the customer experience.

Requirements

  • - Experience in retail, specifically in clothing, jewellery, or watches markets
  • - Strong commercial awareness
  • - Knowledgeable about product design and development in the retail industry
  • - Technical expertise in clothing and manufacturing processes
  • - Proficiency in computer software such as Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
  • - Demonstrated strategic thinking and customer-centric decision-making
  • - Exemplifies positive leadership behaviours
  • - Thrives in a values-driven culture

Responsibilities

  • You will play a crucial role in delivering our Category Design Strategy and ensuring that Tu clothing remains relevant and appealing to our customers.
  • Working within the guidelines of the Tu Brand handwriting, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of design strategies for a given category, as well as owning your own category development when appropriate.
  • Your responsibilities will include creating mood boards, design themes, and supporting the delivery of macro and category trends.
  • You will identify new commercial product opportunities aligned with category and marketing growth plans, and design commercial and competitive product ranges tailored to key customer profiles.
  • Additionally, you will collaborate with suppliers to achieve optimum product cost through effective design and engineering, and oversee the product development process from concept design to launch.
  • Your role will involve liaising with various teams, such as Product Technologists and Buyers, to ensure quality standards, cost targets, and critical path targets are met.
  • As a champion for sustainability, you will incorporate sustainable practises in both how we work and the products we deliver.

FAQs

What is the location of the Designer position?

The Designer position is located at Coventry Store Support Centre, Ansty Park, Sainsbury's Store Support Centre, Draken Drive, Ansty Park, Coventry, CV7 9RD.

What are the working hours for the Designer role?

The Designer role is a full-time position.

Is the Designer position permanent?

Yes, the Designer position is a permanent contract.

What is the salary for the Designer role?

The salary for the Designer role is competitive, plus benefits.

What area of business does this Designer position relate to?

This Designer position relates to the Non Food area of business.

When is the closing date for applications for this position?

The closing date for applications is August 8, 2024, at 22:51:22.

What is the job ID for the Designer role?

The job ID for the Designer role is 246969.

What will my main responsibilities be as a Designer?

As a Designer, your main responsibilities will include developing and delivering design strategies for a given category, creating mood boards and design themes, identifying new commercial product opportunities, collaborating with suppliers, and overseeing the product development process from concept design to launch.

What qualifications or experience are required for the Designer position?

Candidates should have experience in retail, particularly in clothing, jewellery, or watches markets, strong commercial awareness, technical expertise in clothing and manufacturing processes, and proficiency in design software such as Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.

What benefits does Sainsbury’s offer to its employees?

Sainsbury’s offers a range of benefits including colleague discounts, a pensions scheme, life cover, the potential for a performance-related bonus, holiday allowances, cycle to work schemes, health cash plans, and an employee assistance programme.

How does Sainsbury’s support work-life balance for its employees?

Sainsbury’s prioritizes work-life balance with a flexible working policy that allows employees to optimize their hours, along with offering support for personal and professional growth.

What qualities does Sainsbury’s look for in a candidate for this Designer role?

Sainsbury’s seeks a passionate and creative individual who is committed to the 'brands that deliver' strategy, with expertise in trend analysis, product development, and a strategic mindset focused on the customer. Positive leadership and a values-driven approach are also essential.

Will I have opportunities for career progression within Sainsbury’s as a Designer?

Yes, Sainsbury’s values deep connections across departments, providing numerous career opportunities and supporting professional growth within the organization.

Lend a hand, lead an industry, break the mould. Become the best you that you can be, in a role you enjoy.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

  • Colleague discount card

    4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).

  • Annual bonus scheme

    While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.

  • Pensions

    Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.

  • Holidays

    Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.

  • Love it

    Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?

  • Awards for long service

    We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.