Designer- Toys & Nursery (12 Months FTC)

Brighter Futures Start Here

As Australia and New Zealand's biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand. All around the globe. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause. Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it’s the heart of everything we do.

As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality. Because at Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

What you’ll be doing

As a collaborative & driven designer, you will work hand-in-hand with our wonderful Buying team to create fantastic product that brings memorable moments into our customers lives. We are seeking a creative and skilled Designer 12 month FTC specialising in both softgoods and hardgoods for our nursery and toy product lines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in illustration, print design, and product development, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging and functional products.This is such an exciting opportunity to help grow our Toys & Nursery space to it’s true potential and really have impact!
 
As a designer working for Kmart you will identify, interpret and implement global market trends to grow sales through great looking everyday product. 
 
Your day may also include:
 

•  Trend forecasting (new product opportunities, range extensions & aesthetics – print/pattern/key icons)
•  Range building – Collaborating with the merchandise team to build a commercial range and architecture
•  Compliance - adhering to Kmart's Intellectual property requirements and processes
•  End-to-end product development – Create desirable and affordable products with the customer & quality front of mind. From initial sketches to finished art, sample feedback management to final production. Including both soft goods (e.g., textiles, plush toys) and hard goods (e.g., plastic toys, furniture).
• Create illustrations and print designs that align with our brand's aesthetic and values.
•  Work closely with suppliers, manufacturers, and the QA team to ensure the highest safety and quality standards are met.
•  Present design concepts and prototypes to stakeholders for feedback and approval
•  Reviewing sales data is crucial for understanding product performance and making informed decisions to improve your product range

To be successful in this role:
 
We're looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual who will bring a curious mind-set and a passion for all things retail! You love delivering product, customers are always front of mind and building and managing relationships with a variety of key stakeholders is one of your strengths. 
 

We'd also love you to have:
 

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, or a related field and proven experience in designing both soft goods and hard goods, preferably in a retail environment.
• Strong illustration and print design skills.
• High Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Excellent understanding of product development processes and materials.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating high-quality products.
• Previous experience in a product development role (toys & nursery experience highly desirable but not essential)
• Strong ability to forecast and implement a commercial and broad appeal trend
• Ability to create accurate technical specification drawings
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Confident & articulate presentation skills with strong attention to detail

 
If you are a talented designer with a passion for creating beautiful and functional products, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Benefits we’ll offer you

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart and Bunnings
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
• We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
• A dynamic learning and support program
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group

We’re here to make everyday living brighter

From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we’re now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond. We’re designing and creating the products people reach for every day. In-store, online, or Click & Collect – getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between. We’re progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.
 

A place you can belong

At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like.

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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