Technical Design Associate NY

Technical Design Associate

Coach

New York, NY, US

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in.

Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Technical Design to...

• Communicate technical information to achieve both design intent and product function: from sampling stages to commercialization.
• Maintain all elements of a Design Card through the development process: clean full-size sketches, accurate dimensions, material information, print placement, pattern layouts, technique files, etc.
• Review samples for corrections including aesthetics, dimensions, hand feel, functionality, and workmanship.
• Create and maintain full-scale technical construction sketches and accurate information on design cards.
• Maintain established standards, details (including hardware), and integrity of the product.
• Build silhouette templates to follow for commercialization.
• Create CADs for color options to support design and merchandising needs.
• Identify, clearly define, and resolve technical issues, while partnering with PD team to ensure comments are accurately communicated.

The accomplished individual will possess...

• 3+ years work experience in technical design with focus on handbags/leather goods
• Thorough understanding of the design & development process from inception through production, including product construction and engineering.
• Proficient knowledge of industry construction standards and manufacturing, including materials (hardware, leather, fabric).
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator; ability to CAD in fast‑paced environment.
• Keen attention to detail, initiative, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible in a fast‑paced environment.
• Able to adhere to tight deadlines.

An outstanding professional will have...

• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and resourcefulness.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with pattern makers and overseas partners.
• Have a positive attitude and team‑player mentality.

Our Competencies for All Employees

• Courage
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  Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
• Creativity
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  Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value‑added in brainstorming settings.
• Customer Focus
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  Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first‑hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Dealing with Ambiguity
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  Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• Drive for Results
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  Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom‑line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Interpersonal Savvy
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  Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high‑tension situations comfortably.
• Learning…