Robert Graham Designs · 22 hours ago
Senior Technical Designer (Robert Graham & Saks)
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expCentric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products. The Senior Technical Designer will manage and oversee fit development from proto to SMS stages, ensuring garments meet design and production standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
FashionLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Partner with design team to achieve aesthetic while adhering to a production time and action calendar
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to land on appropriate fit and functional intent for each product design
Manage all technical requirements to develop and execute processes from product development to production across all categories; knits, wovens, etc
Create and maintain detailed tech packs including specs, tolerances, grading, detail sketches with construction/stitching and fit evaluation comments
Conduct fit sessions on live models and mannequins to evaluate samples for fit, measurement, construction, pattern shaping and functionality
Provide technical direction, internally and externally, on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit and styling
Issue grading guidelines to vendors after fit approval
Measure and evaluate garments from proto sample through SMS samples
Maintain close partnership with production teams to maintain on-time delivery throughout the pre-production process and proactively monitor seasonal workload
Qualification
Required
5+ years working in technical design in the Fashion Industry
Experience in Men's Technical Design is required
Knowledge of pattern making, highly detailed construction, industry fit knowledge and grading
Comprehensive understanding of product engineering, development, and manufacturing
Ability to lead fittings, take detailed and accurate notes
High accuracy in math skills for correct spec revisions
Superior organizational and written communication skills; team oriented
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability for workload
Excellent time management skills and effectively prioritize workload and meet deadlines
Graduate with degree in Fashion Technical Design / Patternmaking
Preferred
Proficiency in Flex PLM, Adobe products, Microsoft Office, 3D Browzwear a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision)
Matching 401 (k)
Summer Fridays
Generous PTO
Merchandise discounts
Excellent career development opportunities
Company
Robert Graham Designs
Robert Graham Designs produces and sells designer clothing for men and women.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Tengram Capital Partners
2011-06-13Private Equity
2007-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Andrew Berg
President & CEO
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