Skechers is looking for a Technical Designer to guide the fit commercialization process from initial concept through production for assigned product classifications, ensuring on-time development and delivery of quality products.
Requirements
- Patternmaking experience; working knowledge of patternmaking software (Gerber).
- Strong understanding of garment construction.
- Computer proficiency; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), PLM (Product Life Management) system, Adobe Illustrator and Gerber.
- Experience interpreting design intent and offering alternative solutions.
- Experience writing product specs, grading rules, and construction standards instructions; in partnership with their manager.
- Understanding fabrications and how they react with silhouettes.
- Experience working with factory vendors and overseas counter parts to ensure clear understanding of style development needs.
Responsibilities
- Track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identify and address key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing and plans accordingly to deliver quality products.
- Manage the maintenance of all specs and grades from the initial set up through production (proto’s, Size Sets, TOPs, etc)
- Prepares for and coaches’ team to lead fit sessions for assigned category (measures garments /reviews and identifies fit issues proactively)
- Communicates all fit and construction related comments to the vendor and internal teams within development and production timelines.
- Ability to correct and revise patterns as needed.
- Works to improve fit and quality through review of customers comments, sales feedback and understanding of competition.
- Maintains clear and accurate tech packs for assigned styles, knowledge of historical issues.
Other
- Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills.
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects and proactively address challenges.
- Strong ability to build relationships based on trust & respect.
- Strong communication skills; both verbal and written.
- Bachelor's Degree.
