About the Business
A large successful multinational apparel manufacturer and supplier is seeking a talented Technical Designer (womenswear - tops and skirts) and Garment Technologist to join their business in New York.
The business turns over $300M a year, selling men, Womens and kidswear to US retailers and brands. Customers include GAP, VF Corp, PVH etc. Manufacturing is across Bangladesh, India, Vietnam, Indonesia etc.
The business has a small sales and design office in Midtown, NY. It is a full-time role. Hybrid working possible. The role reports to the Design Director.
Garment Technologist - The Role:
- Develop technical packs from design sketches from brands as well as designs submitted by internal teams
- Liaise with manufacturers/suppliers to ensure that the sample room technicians understand the details of the design and are able to put together the right samples the first time
- Manage the customer fits from the samples
- Ensure that fit comments are recorded correctly and work closely with manufacturing team to ensure that these are understood
- Manage the overall sample development process from a technical design and garment fitting point of view
Requirements
Garment Technologist - The Person:
You will be
- a strong Technical Designer with outerwear background and experience in Tops and Skirts
- have experience in working for a supplier or a manufacturer
- have experience in translating sketches to technical packs with detailed comments
- be experienced in managing prototype fitting and providing fit comments
- a problem solver when it comes to technical design, pattern making and sample development
- strong in technical design, running fit sessions and pattern making
- proactive and a fast learner
- able to manage your workload independently
Salary: Competitive salary
If this sounds like you, please apply in confidence.
Technical Designer, Garment Technologist