Technical Design Manager

Essential Functions

• Drive the fit approval process from design inception through bulk production.
• Collaborate with Product Development to establish and maintain core fit blocks, graded specs, and work closely to resolve technical challenges while maintaining strict timelines.
• Apply advanced pattern theory principles to ensure accurate garment fit, grading, and proportional balance across all sizes.
• Review and analyze 2D patterns for technical accuracy, making recommendations for adjustments to improve fit and production efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with vendors to clarify pattern adjustments, resolve fit challenges, and maintain consistency across production.
• Ensure consistency in fit across all product categories by developing and enforcing fit standards and size specifications.
• Maintain consistency in pattern standards across product categories, ensuring alignment with brand fit guidelines.
• Lead fit sessions with cross-functional teams, providing expert guidance on pattern corrections and garment construction.
• Collaborate closely with factories on pattern adjustments.
• Implement best practices for spec development and fit approval to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
• Monitor and analyze returns or fit-related feedback to continuously refine processes and improve customer satisfaction.
• Manage competitor product comparisons, internal product comparisons and other ongoing projects.
• Maintain seasonal body and style metrics and standards to ensure consistency.

Competencies

• Thrives at working as part of a highly collaborative team, contributing excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Has a keen attention to detail, with an eye for quality.
• Self-motivated independent worker who will speak up when needed and clearly explain their point of view.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional and overseas partners.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a positive approach to change.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to handle a large volume of styles while meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of fabrics, construction and washes/ dyeing.

Desired Education And Experience

• 5-7 years of related technical design experience in men’s apparel.
• A strong understanding of fit, patternmaking and pattern corrections (paper and digital).
• 3D experience a plus.
• Knowledge of grading principles and measuring standards.
• A proven high skill level with PLM Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Suite required.
• An accurate color vision, with a keen eye for color, hue, and depth.