Technical Designer (1635)

Specific Responsibilities :

• Report into the Vice President in LF Sourcing (Asia)
• Manage one or more product categories from design concept to garment production
• Build technical packages including Bill of Materials, specs, pattern blocks, construction, etc.
• Establish category standards for fit, construction and quality
• Run fit sessions on live models then make fit changes via pattern corrections
• Establish pattern blocks for the category and maintain a pattern library
• Communicate daily with overseas vendors and LF Sourcing teams
• Track prototype samples daily and seasonally
• Meet development calendar dates and start of production timelines
• Work effectively in a cross-functional work environment
• Effectively problem-solve design, costing, quality and delivery issues
• Travel domestically and overseas, as necessary
• Give product presentations related to fit and construction
• Complete other duties that may be assignedTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Competencies                                                                        

• Analytical – Use intuition and experience to complement data.
• Design – Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gather and analyze information skillfully; Develop alternative solutions; Work well in group problem-solving situations.
• Project Management - Communicate changes and progress; Complete projects on time and on budget; Manage project activities
• Technical Skills - Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; Share expertise with others.
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills
• Oral Communication - Demonstrate group presentation skills; Participate in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balance team and individual responsibilities;  Exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views;  Give and welcome feedback; Contribute to building a positive team spirit; Put success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Support everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Visionary Leadership
• Change Management - Develop workable implementation plans; Communicate changes effectively; Build commitment and overcome resistance; Prepare and support those affected by change; Monitor transition and evaluate results.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspire and motivate others to perform well;  Effectively influence actions and opinions of others; Accept feedback from others; Give appropriate recognition to others.
• Quality Management - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness

Skills and Requirements:

• Business Acumen - Align work with strategic goals.
• Bachelor’s Degree from a 4 year Fashion Design program
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience
• Advanced patternmaking skills (must have on-the-job experience, not classes/theory only)
• Experience fitting on live models, including size sets; Ability to recommend changes in grading
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction
• Expertise building Development & Production Tech Packs
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
• Proficient in a PDM/PLM system
• Factory travel is a plus
• Gerber Accumark/PDS experience is a plus
• 3D (Optitex, Browzwear, CLO) experience is a plus
• Must have managed a product line
• Must have superior written and verbal communication skills.  Must be able to lead product presentations in a clear, concise, engaging manner