Print & Textile Product Designer - Contract until September 2026

Company Description

The Warehouse Group (TWG) is a Kiwi household name, and we proudly recognise the role that we play in communities throughout New Zealand. We are the largest general merchandise retailer in NZ across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery & Noel Leeming. We continue to have our customers top of mind as we work purposefully together, “Helping Kiwis live better every day”. Brand-led and retail-focused, we’re continuing our drive to deliver quality products and unparalleled experience for our customers, in a retail world that is dynamic and ever-changing!

We’re looking for a talented and experienced graphic / print or textile product designer to join our in‑house design team– parental leave contract until September 2026.

Job Description

Our in‑house Design team is the creative conduit in the business -Our Designers (working collaboratively & alongside our buying and sourcing departments) to proactively research trend, design graphics and print and adding to the creation and curation of our private label ranges in a cohesive way – working from concept to artwork set up and all elements in between, with final products showing up in store, across categories like Homewares, Bedroom, Decor, Apparel, Stationery, and wider general merchandise categories!

Your work will end up on our shelves in front of our customers so a true customer mindset and ability to design fitting business and commercial needs is a must! Your wheelhouse of graphic and textile design skills and experience will help deliver exciting, must‑have trend focused ranges!

You’ll get the opportunity to work on wide range of products (including seasonal ranges) - create visual impact (and excitement) for our customers through thoughtful and commercial design skills!

A snapshot of the role will see you :

• Design for print and textile products
• Research and apply market & trend information through design analytics.
• Trend forecasting key items, colours, fabrics, details and products
• Work collaboratively with buying and sourcing teams to curate and build cohesive ranges

Qualifications

You will be someone who enjoys a dynamic and varied role with a great eye, passion for trends and graphic design! You’ll have the ability to identify trends and translate these ideas into products our will customers love! Cross‑functional collaboration and time management is key - retail is dynamic and fast‑paced and working to key critical paths will be key!

Additional Information

Come work with us as we aim to “Help Kiwis live better everyday!”.

Our teams balance a hybrid working approach (up to 2 days per week from home). Conveniently located in Northcote, we offer free car parking on‑site, EV charging and on‑site café and gym access. This on top of great discounts across brands and excellent opportunities within the business!

If you love retail and want to make your mark on a much‑loved Kiwi brand working with a great in‑house Design team – apply now! Please include a small sample of your work / portfolio; this will be reviewed as part of your application.

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