BoF Careers · 9 hours ago
Ralph Lauren Head of Technical Design, Children's Polo
Nutley, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveRalph Lauren Corporation is a global leader in premium lifestyle products, and they are seeking a Head of Technical Design for Children's Polo. This role involves directing the Technical Design Team to create and distribute tech packs, ensuring production-ready samples and fit approvals while promoting learning and career growth within the department.
Marketing & Advertising
Responsibilities
Be intimate with the brand needs from a development perspective to enable execution of product:
Calendar
Construction standards
Fit requirements
Cause and Effect parameters- for example: accurate proto garments bringing design intent to life enable accurate sales samples
Global skill sets in both NY and the regional offices to ensure offshore empowerment is possible
Supplier capabilities through in-depth knowledge of the supplier matrix
Simplification Tools to enable robust simple tech packs
3D requirements
Ensure every style in the line has a completed tech pack and digital asset- note: the digital asset requirements are new, and this capability will take time to build
Promote learning and career growth in the department:
PLM Training
Construction Classes
Fit Classes
BrowzWear Training
Own brand construction standards and VQS requirements for Lauren Brand
As we grow, the capability of 3D in Technical Design, it is imperative that this position learns and maintains knowledge / speed of Browse Wear the program. NOTE: This position must dedicate 20-25% of their time each week using the program to ensure full understanding of how Browzwear works to ensure effective leadership. The technology changes and is often upgraded, so we want to ensure leadership is kept aware of its capability
Along with knowing Browzwear comes the knowledge of Lota. This is essential to this position as encouraging Design to use the program requires the knowledge of knowing what you are asking someone else to do
This position must be aware of current status as it pertains to Tech Pack Completion at all times to be able to communicate up, out, and across the organization
Accurate reporting of metrics (successes or failures) up and out of the department
Align with cross functional team member on seasonal deliverables to enable execution
Spearhead the development of 3D capability with digital drapes and digital proto during the Design process
Performance management of the team to recognize strengths and achievements and manage development opportunities. Global professionalism with regards to availability of time for conference calls, zoom meetings, virtual fittings, etc
E- mail, phone and video conference communication with NY/HK offices
Qualification
Required
Must have all related experience in product that includes, Wovens, Knits & Sweaters. Tailoring, Soft Dressing, Denim, Outerwear, Skins, Shirts & Bottoms
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and ability manage competing priorities
A sense of urgency and attention to detail
Responsible and accountable
Ability to proactively problem solve
Knowledge of 3D programs a must
Illustrator sketching a must
Computer Skills: Browzwear, Lota, Gerber, PLM, PDM, Adobe Illustrator, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word
Position is required to be in office 2-3x a week
Preferred
Degree or Certification in Apparel Manufacturing, Design or equivalent work experience preferred
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