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Ariat International · 1 day ago

Senior Technical Designer

San Leandro, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

10+ years exp

Ariat International is an innovative global brand specializing in outdoor performance gear. They are seeking a Senior Technical Designer to oversee categories, ensuring fit and quality standards across all styles while working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

FashionManufacturingProduct Design

Responsibilities

Working with accessible and approachable leaders and teams

Impacting change in a culture that promotes doing it differently and beyond status quo

Connecting people to the lifestyles and experiences they love

Developing innovative product that athletes and general consumers are excited about

Creating and seizing opportunities to lead special project initiatives

Qualification

Technical DesignPatternmakingFit expertiseAdobe Illustrator2D patternmaking systemsMS Office SuiteCentric PLMCommunicationOrganizational skillsCollaborationDetail oriented

Required

10+ years of experience in Technical Design: Technical Outerwear/Garments

A deep expertise and understanding of fit, patternmaking, grading, technical construction, costing, and fabrics

A trained eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details

The ability to command a room and lead projects, meetings, fit sessions

Extensive experience working with factories; full understanding of equipment, garment cutting/sewing/QA/QC process

Proficiency in computer skills; use of Adobe Illustrator, MS Office Suite; Centric PLM (or similar PLM system), and 2D patternmaking systems (Accumark a plus)

Exceptional multi-tasker and communicator, extremely detail oriented, and possess exceptional organizational skills

An energized approach to collaboration and strong influence with partners and vendors

Are fast acting and adapts to change quickly

Passion for managing a product lifecycle and meeting deadlines

Curiosity and zest for improving process and efficiency