BoF Careers · 2 months ago
Hoka Associate Technical Designer - HOKA Apparel
Portland, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDeckers Brands is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is seeking an Associate Technical Designer for HOKA Apparel. The role involves supporting the Apparel Technical Design department in various responsibilities from style initiation to production approval, including managing samples, preparing for fittings, and updating technical specifications.
Marketing & Advertising
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
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
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
FLEX PLM software
Opititex experience
Benefits
Competitive Pay and Bonuses
Financial Planning and wellbeing
Time away from work
Extras, discounts and perks
Growth and Development
Health and Wellness
Company
BoF Careers
BoF Careers connects professionals in fashion, beauty and luxury to The Business of Fashion's global marketplace of over 2,000 opportunities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase