Sr. Technical Designer
Steve Madden•New York, NY
•$100,000 - $110,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Sr. Technical Designer is responsible for all areas of the technical design process and supports the Wholesale Apparel business. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience as a Technical Designer
- Experience with junior's apparel
- Extensive knowledge of garment construction and pattern making
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Illustrator
Responsibilities
- Manage the technical design lifecycle, from initial development through pre-production approval
- Generate technical specification packages. Analyze and evaluate samples for spec, pattern and construction. Partner with Designers to understand and execute the design concept / fit intent, while ensuring that samples are optimized for bulk production
- Conduct fit evaluations on live models to analyze balance and fit. Provide recommendations for adjustments. Capture team feedback and process fit comments accordingly
- Clearly communicate all fit, quality, and construction corrections to overseas partners through written comments, photographs, diagrams, and pattern corrections.
- Proactively identify and resolve production, quality, and costing issues
- Track and manage workflow
- Manage daily correspondence with overseas factories
- Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- 401K
- paid holidays
- generous paid time-off policy
- career opportunities within a dynamic team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
