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HOKA · 3 days ago

Associate Technical Designer – HOKA Apparel

Portland, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

HOKA is a brand under Deckers Brands that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Associate Technical Designer will support the Apparel Technical Design department by managing technical specifications, organizing samples, and ensuring fit and construction updates throughout the product life cycle.

ApparelE-CommerceFitnessShoesSporting Goods

Responsibilities

Support and/or own assigned style workload by creating and updating technical specification packages for Men’s, Women’s, Women’s Plus, and All Gender apparel and accessories

Assist with documentation of fit, sizing, and construction updates throughout the entire product life cycle

Measure all samples to be fit and enter results into FlexPLM

Organize, label, file digital assets and samples

Review China PD notes to fits

Track and log samples

Communicate via email with internal and cross-functional teams (US and International)

Assist with scheduling fittings for internal and external attendees

Participate in departmental and cross-functional meetings as appropriate

Follow up with China PD, and/or QC team on any fit issues or concerns

Clearly communicate constraints and provide options

Support competitor sample reviews

Support block creation work and other special projects such as construction toolbox creation

Qualification

Technical DesignFlexPLMGarment ConstructionAdobe IllustratorProduct DevelopmentMultitaskingCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development, Technical Design, Patternmaking, or equivalent work experience

2-4 years' work experience in a related field, including experience with fit, spec, patterns, fabrics, and commenting preferred

Extensive computer experience including, but not limited to, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

Comfortable with multitasking and handling changing priorities

Positive and collaborative spirit

Preferred

Experience working for a technical or outdoor brand is preferred

FLEX PLM software preferred

Opititex experience is a plus

Benefits

Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.

Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.

Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.

Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras

Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.

Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.