Manager, Technical Design, Denim - Calvin Klein
About The Position
The Manager, Technical Design provides category-specific technical support to Calvin Klein Global Supply Chain and the brand, using strong technical proficiency, organization, and leadership to support performance apparel. The role is responsible for achieving correct fits and design details from design inception through production top of line, within product development calendar dates. The position develops measurement standards, grade rules, and tolerances; works with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and vendors during prototype development; maintains category-specific technical packs and status records; and communicates fit and specification changes to production teams and offshore vendors. Denim expertise is essential.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- 8–10 years of related work experience in technical design.
- Prior experience managing junior associates or interns.
- Denim expertise.
- Expertise in pattern making and garment construction.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Proficiency in Classic / WEB PDM / PLM.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
- Develop industry-standard points of measurement, grade rules, and tolerances and set them up in PDM.
- Work with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and vendors during prototype development to achieve design intent and production feasibility.
- Oversee maintenance of all Web PDM technical packs for category-specific styles.
- Create and maintain prototype, sample, and production status charts and reference books in conjunction with the compliance approval process for category-specific styles.
- Update fit notes and revised size specifications in PDM promptly and pass them to the production team.
- Clearly communicate pattern specification and fit changes through Sourcing to offshore vendors.
- Review prototypes and samples upon arrival for trims and details.
Benefits
- Bonus eligible.
- Medical insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Above-market 401(k) contribution.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Volunteer opportunities.
- Seasonal hours and flexible work schedules.
- Wellbeing tools and programs, including Headspace membership, fitness or digital meditation subscription reimbursement, and rewards for exercise and healthy activities.
- Care.com services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, and pet care, plus backup-care reimbursement.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Associate discount at company outlets and e-commerce sites.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
