Senior Technical Designer (WHBM) Job at Chico's FAS, Inc. (Fort Myers)

Job Description

This position is primarily responsible for ensuring that Brand quality fit, desired appearance, and quality construction standards are met and maintained for assigned product area. This position may lead a team of Technical Designers. Works closely with Technical Design leader to enhance and evolve processes and procedures as business evolves; broaden technical knowledge and expertise, while continually striving to elevate the quality of the product. Participates in meeting departmental goals. Ensures brand integrity through consistency of fit, keeping the customer top of mind.

Job Responsibility

Lead weekly fit sessions
Collaborate with designers and merchants to translate fit and aesthetic details
Provide technical direction to peer teams, supervisor and vendor on specs, pattern, construction methods
Maintain fit consistency for product area
Execute tech packs from Development to PP of assigned departments
Ensure Product Lifecycle Calendar dates are met for Development and Garment Fit Approvals
Anticipate and resolve problems with the fit process
Partner with vendors in resolution of problems
Attend weekly cross functional team meetings
Work closely with Technical Design leaders to enhance processes
May train new associates in technical design responsibilities
May coach team members
Partner with vendors in resolution of problems
May execute tech packs from Development to PP
Lead team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, empowering the team

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
in Fashion Design a plus
7+ years’ experience in the apparel Industry including patternmaking experience with full knowledge of total production timeline
Detail oriented with ability to drive to completion with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Understanding of garment manufacturing process required
Good understanding of fit, balance, pattern, and garment construction, fabrics and fabric performance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Effective team building skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite required
Working knowledge of Web based applications, i.e. FLEX PLM or comparable software required
Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for apparel business and ability to work effectively as a team player
Knowledge of pattern software preferred (2D/3D, Optitex, CLO, Brozwear).

Nice to have

Knowledge of pattern software preferred (2D/3D, Optitex, CLO, Brozwear)
in Fashion Design a plus

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