Product Development and Design Assistant

Meijer
Meijer

Product, Design · Full-time

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Posted on Sep 30, 2026

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

  • Weekly pay

  • Scheduling flexibility

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid education assistance

  • Team member discount

  • Development programs for advancement and career growth

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

The PD & Design Assistant supports the Product Development & Design team by contributing to the creation, development and execution of each season’s Own Brand assortments from initial concept through to production.


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Assist Product Development and Design team in research and design for silhouette, graphic and artwork trends.
  • Assist with print & graphic development for each season.
  • Review lab dips, artwork strike-offs and hand-looms for layout and execution.
  • Assist with the preparation of seasonal presentation boards for milestone meetings.
  • Sketch designs in Illustrator (flats) and communicate construction details.
  • Prepare PLM packages and Assortment Line Sheets, update as needed.
  • Maintain organized sample racks and submit files.
  • Participate in sample reviews and fit sessions.
  • Assist in any related communication to cross-functional partners.
  • This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

What You Bring With You (Qualifications):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
  • 1-7 years of experience in Women's Fashion Design or Apparel Product Development.
  • Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business objectives.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Basic knowledge of Design, Apparel Construction and Textiles.
  • Ability to understand and analyze Market/Trend information.