Designer, Sweaters

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary

The Design team is looking for a Designer to be responsible for supporting design development for your lifestyle and Brand and always staying abreast of trends and product novelty to increase style options.

You will be involved in our ongoing transformation from a traditional brick & mortar retailer, to an omni-channel leader and tech-first fashion disruptor.

Main Responsibilities

• Create styles for specific COE/ collections increasing options to the vision/brief for lifestyle;
• Participate in trend ideas and product novelty;
• Participate in developing best in class samples(3D) to support lifestyle;
• Keep on top of development calendar and approvals, support each collection;
• Update development linesheet;
• Train in 3D design;
• Participate in style ideas for specific commodity while learning C-41 and deliverables.
  
  

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma, DEC or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design;
• 5 to 7 years of experience in technical sketches;
• Detailed oriented, self-motivated;
• Good Microsoft office skills;
• Excellent knowledge of Illustrator and Photoshop;
• Sound judgement and a good understanding of trends and the garment industry;
• Available to travel (if necessary);
• French or English is required for daily communication with suppliers, employees, and stakeholders, both within and outside of Quebec.
  
  

At GDI, You Will Be Part Of a Growing Organization That Understands The Importance Of Investing In People And Offers You

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!
  
  

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…

No day will be like the last - we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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