About The Team It's no surprise people are passionate about the health and happiness of their pet and our Merchandising (buying) team is no different. When it comes to the products and solutions in our stores, our incredible teams of merchandising associates have everything covered - from head to tail! From keeping up with the top trends to developing new, innovative solutions, our buyers help ensure every pet parent can find exactly what their pet needs at PetSmart. Join our team and show your love for pets by creating products as special as pets themselves! About The Location At PetSmart, teamwork and connection are core to how we thrive. This role is based at our Phoenix Home Office, with an expectation of working a minimum of four days in the office each week. In a standard work week, associates may work up to one remote "flex day" (with leader approval). Our hybrid approach is designed to foster strong collaboration while also supporting flexibility and individual success. About The Job This role will be responsible for supporting the design team and developing innovative solutions for a variety of product categories; particularly in dog and cat product. As an Associate Product Designer, you'll participate in trend and market research and be responsible for translating those learnings into fun, creative, and unique designs, which you will take from concept stage to sample stage. Working in a fast paced corporate environment requires a creative thinker with a passion for design who is able to effectively communicate ideas, receive feedback, and work on several projects at once while adhering to calendar dates and milestones. Must be proficient at following processes. The candidate will work under the supervision of the manager and will work collaboratively and cross"‘functionally with partners to ensure objectives are met. Key attributes include a positive attitude, versatility, flexibility, creativity, and aesthetic sensibility. Please submit a portfolio/work samples with your application. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Supports product design team by participating in competitive retailing, developing trend and concept boards, and providing support on all projects and product categories as needed. Create print, pattern, and graphics for seasonal product collections. Manages the Points of Measurement process, monitoring, evaluating, and consulting cross"‘functional partners. Manages multiple projects at a time from concept through pre"‘production and manages the full scope of deliverables, including design specifications and technical drawings. Communicates and presents designs to cross"‘functional partners and all levels of leadership. Works closely with cross"‘functional partners to provide adequate information and/or sample feedback. Participates and presents in weekly design meetings; aligns and prepares content for design reviews. Conceptualizes multiple creative solutions and design options to address project strategies and product needs within given cost parameters. Drives innovation by following the latest trends and using those learnings to develop creative concepts that translate into production"‘ready 3D products. Collaborates with cross"‘functional partners, including brand, buying, legal, and quality assurance teams to make sure objectives are met. Qualifications And Technical Skills Demonstrates proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite - particularly Adobe Illustrator. 3"‘5 years professional experience designing and developing products for mass production. Ability to translate 2D artwork into specification via AI format for production. Sketching, brainstorming, ideation skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to learn and receive feedback from colleagues. Must be a self"‘motivated team player with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast"‘paced environment. Basic knowledge of mass manufacturing techniques in soft and hard goods. Experience working with overseas vendors and travel to Asia is a plus. Additional Excellent time management and organizational skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Illustration skills and/or experience designing toys (plush and/or molded) is a plus. Apparel experience is a plus. Education And/Or Experience Bachelor's degree in design or related field. 3"‘5 years professional experience designing and developing products for mass production. Experience working in a team environment, good interpersonal skills. Experience with a workflow management system is a plus. Experience designing into cost structures is a plus. Additional Job Considerations This role requires collaboration, teamwork, and face"‘to"‘face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients. Being in the office ensures access to leaders, cross"‘functional partners, and resources necessary to make timely decisions and drive results. On"‘site presence in accordance with our FlexSmart policy supports our culture of innovation, mentorship, and engagement, which is integral to our success in developing the best team. This is not intended to be an all"‘inclusive, exhaustive list of all essential job functions for this position. PetSmart retains the right to change or assign other required job duties to this position. Benefits Pet"‘friendly environment - bring your pets to work and enjoy the on"‘site dog park. On"‘Site Events & Adoptions, community"‘building opportunities, pet adoption days, seasonal celebrations, family events, art events, and holiday festivals. "Top Dog" gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists, personal trainers, and wellness spaces. "Sit & Stay" Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options, snacks, and more. "Lil Paws" NAEYC"‘accredited onsite childcare facility providing high"‘quality early education. Paid Volunteer Opportunities to spend time doing good for causes close to heart. Print Center and Business Services, Dry Cleaning, Mother's Rooms, Sustainable Infrastructure and more. Equal Employment Opportunity PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Associate Product Designer