JOB SUMMARY:
To provide apparel technical design support for Cato, Cache, It’s Fashion, and Versona Buyers, Product Managers, and Vendors, by developing a product with an optimum fit, consistent sizing, and quality construction.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sample analysis, including measuring samples as required, conducting fit sessions with Buyers, and communicating appropriate fit and pattern corrections to Vendors.
- Responsible for maintaining specification consistency across all product categories.
- Making fit comments and corrections based on comparison with core specs and construction standards.
- Giving technical design support to vendors (troubleshooting) when needed, and producing final specifications.
- Development of Bid Packages for product development that capture the essence of the style while maintaining measurement and construction standards.
- Assist in the training and development of Assistant Technical Designers.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Flex PLM systems.
- Conduct competitive analysis research.
- Work in tandem with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Quality Assurance Departments, offering expertise and assistance as needed. xhqgsiq
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
- Degree in Apparel Manufacturing/Technical Design/Pattern Making preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- 3-10 years experience as Technical Designer or in related fields
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Pattern-making/Grading/Measurement/Specifications skills
- Garment construction (Industrial) and sewing skills a plus
- Fit Analysis/Problem solving skills
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Computer skills: Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator a plus
REQUIRED PRE-EMPLOYMENT/SKILLS TESTING:
- Drug Test/Criminal Background Screen
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.