Senior Apparel Technical Designer

• Execute complete design specification package in PLM including flat sketches technical sketches construction details measurement specifications appropriate tolerances garment grading and placement of trims graphics or labeling.
• Work alongside the in-house patternmaker to ensure the sample quality matches technical specifications. This includes examining the patterns to ensure fit balance and construction details as well as making sure the patternmaker understands specialized design and construction details.
• Communicate with in-house and overseas vendors regarding garment specifications including sending out tech packs measuring samples and size sets against approved specifications commenting on garment fit and functionality resubmitting garments until final graded approval and maintaining an organized system of prototype samples.
• Manage the style re-development process from initiation to final production approval by creating workflow tracking spreadsheets in Excel distributing them and following up with all appropriate staff involved to meet calendar deadlines.
• Conduct fit sessions on live models and/or dress forms to ensure proper fit balance and construction of sample garments. Bring attention to pattern or sewing changes and photograph pin and notate them for insertion into tech packs.
• Collaborate with quality control production and outside vendors daily to develop business practices that ensure consistency and quality promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to review potential fit issues through high return rates and customer feedback. Order these styles from the warehouse and evaluate the fit and construction to see what improvements can be made.
• Collaborate with Design to gain a clear design direction and consensus of fit intent. Build/maintain styles in PLM and ensure graded size and fit consistency within each brand and across product categories. Also ensure garments are constructed with manufacturing capabilities and the companys cost specifications.
• Takes ownership of tasks and adapts to evolving business needs.

• Strong Technical Design experience including knowledge of patternmaking grading garment construction and large-scale manufacturing processes in overseas countries
• Advanced proficiency with PLM systems
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite particularly Illustrator and Photoshop
• Solid understanding of the apparel product development lifecycle from concept through production
• Hands-on experience in apparel and trim development including collaboration with factories and suppliers (strongly preferred)
• Proficiency in creating and updating accurate technical sketches
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks meet deadlines and manage time effectively
• Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Critical thinking problem-solving and the ability to escalate complex issues when needed
• Strong work ethic and flexibility to take on additional projects while managing core responsibilities
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in apparel design or product development
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Apparel Design Product Development or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Please include a link to work samples or a portfolio if available.

• Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program self-care and support for lifes everyday challenges
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
• Short & Long Term Disability Company Paid
• Accident Hospital Care and Critical Illness Insurance Protect your Income
• Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off Life Balance
• Volunteer Time Off Make an Impact
• Employee Discount Program
• Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
• Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
• Regular Social Activities and Events Mandatory Fun
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Required Experience:

Senior IC