Manager, Technical Design, Nike/TH Underwear - Calvin Klein

PVH Corp.•New York, NY

About The Position

The Manager, Technical Design provides category specific technical support for Calvin Klein Global Supply Chain and the Brand through strong technical proficiency, organization, and leadership performance apparel. He or she is responsible in achieving correct fits and design details from design inception through production top of line within the product development calendar dates.

Requirements

8-10 years of related work experience; 3 years of experience in a managerial role
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience
Women’s Intimate apparel expertise is essential
Pattern making and garment construction expertise
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and follow-up skills
Proficiency in Classic / WEB PDM /PLM
Microsoft Office Suite
Must be solution-oriented and be willing and able to find creative solutions to complex problems
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as needed
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Develop industry standard points of measurement, grade rules, and tolerances and set up in PDM
Management of 1-2 Associates while still owning product
Interact with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing and Vendor during proto development to achieve design intent and production feasibility.
Oversee maintenance of all Web PDM tech packs for category-specific styles.
Create and maintain proto, sample, and production status charts and reference books in conjunction with the compliance approval process for category-specific styles.
Manage proto, and production fittings.
Update all fit notes and revised size specs into PDM in a timely manner and pass to production team.
Ability to clearly communicate pattern spec and fit changes through sourcing to offshore vendors.
Ensure that all protos and samples are reviewed upon arrival for trim and details.
Manage proto and sample review set up.