Golden Touch · 3 hours ago
Technical Designer – Juniors + Missy
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expGolden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. They are seeking an experienced Technical Designer to manage the end-to-end technical design process for Walmart programs, ensuring garments meet fit, quality, safety, and compliance standards.
FashionManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end technical design process for Walmart programs from development through production
Develop, execute, and maintain accurate tech packs, including measurements, construction details, bill of materials, grading, and fit comments
Conduct and lead fit sessions (virtual and/or in-person) for Junior and Missy categories, providing clear, actionable feedback to internal teams and vendors
Ensure garments consistently meet Walmart fit, quality, safety, and compliance standards
Review and approve pre-production samples, size sets, and 3D PP samples (Rose Bamboo system, if applicable)
Partner closely with Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, and vendor teams to resolve fit, construction, and quality issues
Maintain grading rules and size consistency across categories and classifications
Analyze construction methods and costing to support value engineering initiatives without compromising fit or quality
Track development timelines and proactively manage risks to ensure on-time execution
Support multiple product categories, including: Cut & Sew Knits, Wovens, Sweaters, Seamless
Utilize 3D technical design tools, when applicable, to support virtual sampling, fit validation, and process efficiency
Qualification
Required
5+ years of Technical Design experience, preferably supporting Walmart or similar mass-market retailers
Strong knowledge of Junior and Missy fit standards
Proven experience across knit, woven, sweater, and seamless product categories
Expert understanding of garment construction, patternmaking, grading, and fabric performance
Ability to manage multiple styles, categories, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills with overseas vendors and cross-functional partners
Proficiency in PLM systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Word, PowerPoint)
Exceptional attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to influence across functions
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and accountable
Ability to work independently, take ownership of programs, and drive results
Preferred
Direct experience working on Walmart private label or supplier programs
3D Technical Design experience (Browzwear, CLO, Optitex, or similar platforms)
Background in patternmaking or apparel production
Experience with cost engineering and margin-driven development
Company
Golden Touch
Golden Touch is a manufacturer and retailer of clothing products.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Bang
CFO
Daryl Henley, DDS
Partner
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