Senior Technical Designer | Levi's & Champion Outerwear
G III Apparel Group · New York, New York, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Senior Technical Designer | Levi’s & Champion OuterwearG-III Apparel GroupMidtown Manhattan, New York, United States (On-site)
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
Success Profile:The Senior Technical Designer is responsible for ensuring that design vision is translated into a well-constructed and manufacturable garment that reflects brand’s aesthetics and design integrity. As a member of the Technical Design team, you will conduct fit sessions, communicate fit session to vendors, G-III global offices and work cross-functionally to ensure accuracy of garment measurements, fit, construction details and flow of information while addressing any technical challenges during the development and production process.
Reporting: VP of ProductionBrand/Product Focus: Levi’s Women’s, and Champion Men’s & Women's OuterwearLocation (On-Site): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District
Responsibilities:Measure garments and organize for fittingsCoordinate fit schedule and conduct fittingsCreate initial spec to final full graded specConsult with designer to work on complicated garment construction and establish the fit for each brandInput in Tech packs with corrections / comments during fittingCreate and manage Work In Progress reportsCoordinate the production / delivery schedule weekly and coordinate fitting and fit samples accordinglyEmail / follow-up as needed with over-seas vendorsOrganize and maintain seasonal trim card library
Qualifications:7+ years of apparel Technical Design experience, across men’s and women’s apparelDirect experience in technical outerwear preferredBA/BS Degree required or AA Fashion DegreeExcellent communication skillsFunctional basic knowledge in technical fit & constructionSketch technical in IllustratorAbility to work in team environmentSuper Detailed and OrganizedComputer literate – Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop. PDM and PLM knowledge is a plus
What We Offer:Competitive compensationComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company matchPTO and paid holidaysEmployee discounts across G-III brandsCareer growth opportunities within a global fashion organizationA collaborative, innovative environment working with industry-leading brands
The pay range for this position is: $100,000 per year - $115,000 per yearPlease note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | ’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Cole Haan, Dockers, Converse, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. xzbcwsv G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and marketing, which enables us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands, including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion, our success is driven by our team’s entrepreneurial spirit and our deep relationships across the industry.
Success Profile:The Senior Technical Designer is responsible for ensuring that design vision is translated into a well-constructed and manufacturable garment that reflects brand’s aesthetics and design integrity. As a member of the Technical Design team, you will conduct fit sessions, communicate fit session to vendors, G-III global offices and work cross-functionally to ensure accuracy of garment measurements, fit, construction details and flow of information while addressing any technical challenges during the development and production process.
Reporting: VP of ProductionBrand/Product Focus: Levi’s Women’s, and Champion Men’s & Women's OuterwearLocation (On-Site): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District
Responsibilities:Measure garments and organize for fittingsCoordinate fit schedule and conduct fittingsCreate initial spec to final full graded specConsult with designer to work on complicated garment construction and establish the fit for each brandInput in Tech packs with corrections / comments during fittingCreate and manage Work In Progress reportsCoordinate the production / delivery schedule weekly and coordinate fitting and fit samples accordinglyEmail / follow-up as needed with over-seas vendorsOrganize and maintain seasonal trim card library
Qualifications:7+ years of apparel Technical Design experience, across men’s and women’s apparelDirect experience in technical outerwear preferredBA/BS Degree required or AA Fashion DegreeExcellent communication skillsFunctional basic knowledge in technical fit & constructionSketch technical in IllustratorAbility to work in team environmentSuper Detailed and OrganizedComputer literate – Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop. PDM and PLM knowledge is a plus
What We Offer:Competitive compensationComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company matchPTO and paid holidaysEmployee discounts across G-III brandsCareer growth opportunities within a global fashion organizationA collaborative, innovative environment working with industry-leading brands
The pay range for this position is: $100,000 per year - $115,000 per yearPlease note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.
About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. | ’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Cole Haan, Dockers, Converse, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville and more. xzbcwsv G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and Donna Karan brands.
Details
| Company | G III Apparel Group |
| Location | New York, New York, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |
| Experience | permanent |