Fit Specialist (Pattern Maker)

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Canada Goose isnt like anything else. Weve built something great something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose youre part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition observe every detail and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.

Here opportunities are everywhere - to try something new to learn to do meaningful and impactful work and theyre yours for the taking.

Position Overview:

The Fit Specialist / Pattern Maker Outerwear & Woven Apparel is responsible for translating design intent into initial patterns that meet Canada Gooses luxury creative direction.

This position plays a pivotal role in the early stages of product development collaborating in real-time with Design and Product Development to deliver initial patterns to sample rooms and ateliers with craftsmanship and precision.

The Fit Specialist is accountable for fit accuracy pattern integrity and ensuring a consistent luxury fit experience.

About The Role:

First Pattern Creation & Category Expertise

• Own the development of first patterns for both outerwear (e.g. parkas bombers shells) and woven apparel (e.g. shirts trousers dresses tailored garments).
• Translate complex design sketches and creative intent into first initial patterns for prototyping.
• Ensure patterns support consistent sizing luxury fit standards and precise construction requirements across product categories.

Collaborative Product Creation

• Attend real-time in-person (IRL) concept sessions where Design Product Development and Global Fit jointly kick off new styles.
• Work in parallel with Product Development: while PD builds out the tech pack (technical sketches BOMs specs) you create the corresponding pattern.
• Participate in early vendor or atelier hand-offs ensuring patterns are aligned and complete for prototype development.

Fit Reviews & Iteration

• Participate in fittings for both outerwear and woven apparel on live models; analyze fit proportion mobility function and construction integrity.
• Provide actionable detailed feedback on pattern revisions. If major changes are required remake and adjust pattern.
• Partner with internal sample makers and external vendors to ensure construction and finishing meet the highest standards of craftmanship precision and quality.

Consistency Innovation & Process

• Ensure fit consistency and grading accuracy through adherence to established Global Fit libraries blocks and POMs.
• Support seasonal fit reviews and provide category-specific insights to inform product evolution.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in fit strategy fit blocks/library and workflow optimizationincluding 3D adoption (e.g. CLO) where applicable.

About You:

Experience & Education:

• 5 years of pattern making experience across outerwear and woven apparel in a luxury or technical apparel brand.
• Experience collaborating with Creative Directors and Designers to translate conceptual ideas into patterns.
• Certificate or degree in Fashion Design Pattern Making Technical Design or a related field.
• Proficient in Gerber Accumark (or equivalent CAD software); experience with CLO or other 3D fitting platforms is a plus.

Technical Expertise:

• Deep understanding of the unique construction needs and material behaviors of outerwear and woven apparel.
• Expert in pattern development grading and garment engineering including features like insulation tailored structure mobility zones and seam construction.
• Ability to maintain fit consistency and design integrity across categories and complex multi-piece garments.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Strong ability to work cross-functionally and communicate clearly across technical and creative teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for fit feedback pattern corrections and vendor interactions.
• Comfortable leading discussions with sample rooms and offering solutions for pattern fit or construction challenges.

Attributes:

• Passionate about luxury fit quality and customer experience.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of craftsmanship and pride in execution.
• Proactive curious and adaptableexcited by technical challenges and creative problem-solving.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and collaborative product creation cycles.

Whats in it For You

• A company built on Canadian roots and heritage
• Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program
• Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs
• Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards
• Be a part ofCG Gives. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

We believe in the power of inclusion and are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where all employees can bring their authentic selves to work everyday. We believe every one of our team members enriches our diversity by exposing us to varying ways to understand the world identify challenges and to discover design produce and deliver great products and service. Our different perspectives are what enable us to create dream and live in the open.

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

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