Poppy & Peonies | Handbag Designer
Willful
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Posted on Friday, January 19, 2024
PSA: Bloom is a full-service workplace design consultancy representing Poppy & Peonies on their search for a Handbag Designer join their team. As Talent Advisors, we will be the liaison between Poppy & Peonies and yourself during this recruitment process. We do not use fancy tech to search through resumes at Bloom; every resume is reviewed by a human to ensure that we attain a consistent and equitable interview process. You will directly join the team at Poppy & Peonies if you are selected as the successful candidate. We look forward to receiving your application!
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Hi, I’m Natalie Dusome, Founder and CEO of Poppy & Peonies, a fun and energetic brand that believes styles and function should co-exist. We’re passionate about creating practical pieces that help make life a little easier and lighten the load, literally.
Building Poppy & Peonies has been a wild adventure. The journey began when my daughter Poppy was born and my accessories no longer worked with my new life as a mom, I needed bags with pockets and organization that looked cool and had functionality. I couldn’t find it, so I decided to create it, and in 2015 Poppy & Peonies was born.
We’ve come a long way in five years – from filling orders in my basement to appearing on Dragons’ Den, and now, expanding into new product categories and collaborating with some exciting influencers and brands. I’d be lying if I said it’s been nothing but smooth sailing, but thanks to our incredible community, we’ve never felt more loved and supported!
We believe in our responsibility to care for our environment and we are passionate about preserving the health and welfare of our planet, and the animals that live on it. All of our bags are made from high-quality vegan leather, and our entire product line is vegan, cruelty-free, and PETA-approved. We ship our products plastic-free and we use a combination of recycled, compostable, and biodegradable materials to mitigate shipping waste, and we are constantly looking for new ways to make our products and supply chain more sustainable to reduce our carbon footprint.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Handbag Designer to bring designs in our collections to life. This is a supporting role to myself (Nat) and the Sr. Handbag Designer, and will have ownership and responsibility of key aspects of each collection that Poppy & Peonies launches. This role will report directly into me and will also be closely mentored by the Sr. Handbag Designer. The Handbag Designer will also be responsible for the development and execution of a second arm of the Poppy & Peonies brand that is currently in its early visionary stages.
The Opportunity
- Understand and execute on Poppy & Peonies vision, through design of multiple handbags in each collection.
- Oversee the creation of prototypes and samples, working closely with partners to ensure design intent is maintained during manufacturing.
- Translate design into spec and cads for manufacturing partners.
- Choose appropriate materials, prints, fabrics, and hardware to ensure the functionality and durability of each design, while maintaining the desired look and feel.
- Present design concepts, prototypes and final designs to the Design Team.
- Ensure that the final products meet design specifications and quality standards, making necessary revisions to prototypes at each design stage as needed.
- Work collaboratively with the Sr. Handbag Designer and cross-functional teams, including the operations, supply chain and marketing to bring designs to market successfully.
- Stay up-to-date with fashion trends, competitor analysis, and consumer feedback to inform design decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
- Work within budget constraints to design cost-effective products without compromising on quality and style.
- Incorporate sustainable practices and materials into designs, reflecting Poppy and Peonies' commitment to environmental responsibility.
About You
- You are creative and have the ability to generate unique and innovative design ideas that stand out in the competitive fashion market.
- You have a strong understanding of current fashion trends, materials, and styles to create designs that are relevant and appealing to the target audience.
- You have an awareness of market demands and consumer preferences, as well as the ability to adapt designs to meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
- You have a genuine passion for fashion and design, along with a curiosity to stay updated on industry trends and innovations.
- You have a growth mindset, do not give up easily and preserver during challenging times.
- Above all, you are passionate about working for a growing female owned business and are inspired by Poppy & Peonies mission.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years experience as a Handbag Designer in the fashion industry
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related field
- Strong sketching and Adobe Creative Suite skills
- Knowledge of materials, production processes, and quality control
- Trend forecasting and market research abilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail and a passion for innovation and creativity
Location
- We are a remote first company and our employees can work from anywhere in Canada or US.
- The successful candidate will be required to travel within Canada for periodic team brainstorming and building sessions.
The Process
Applications are due by 4pm ET on Friday, February 9, 2024.
Interviewing at Poppy & Peonies includes:
4. Take home design challenge
5. Reference checks
6. Offer
Like Bloom, Poppy & Peonies is committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates. To ensure that each candidate’s journey is consistent and the selection process is unbiased, Hiring Managers will not respond to any personal messages regarding this role or other opportunities. To apply, please submit your application via Bloom.
How we Hire
Poppy & Peonies is committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates. To ensure that each candidate’s journey is consistent and the selection process is unbiased, the team at Poppy & Peonies will not be responding to any personal messages regarding this role or other opportunities.
Poppy & Peonies is a proud equal opportunity workplace that is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We’re looking for motivated and compassionate people who can execute from the ground up and support the work that Poppy & Peonies believes in.
Poppy & Peonies is committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Should you require any accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility-related assistance, requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems, please share in your application or email erica@buildwithbloom.com.
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