Technical Designer Childrens Apparel

Our client is seeking a Technical Designer based in New York City. This role may become permanent for the right candidate and will support all children’s apparel categories.

• Location:
  
  Midtown Manhattan, with four days onsite and one day remote each week.
• Pay Rate: $50-$55/hr, based on experience.

• Lead the product review process and provide technical recommendations to ensure products align with the Merchant’s vision.
• Manage periodic activities, including Merchant training and PTS projects.
• Conduct technical product reviews for designated categories, including pre-reviews, fit sessions as needed, entering comments into the Sample Tool, and communicating corrections to vendors.
• Coach vendors on recurring issues and address instances when sample procedures and processes are not followed.
• Track sample status and prepare reporting to ensure products are reviewed in time to meet ship and cancellation dates.
• Collaborate with department leaders on projects to improve technical fit and quality, understand competitor quality, and recommend changes.
• Oversee product fit, quality, and construction throughout the lifecycle, from inspiration and tech pack development through top-of-production sample review.
• Maintain consistent size and fit standards, grade rules, construction standards, quality standards, blocks, and tech pack templates.
• Partner with Merchant and Sourcing teams on product direction and fit intent.
• Develop tech packs with clear garment construction and fit direction for vendors and review vendor submissions.
• Anticipate potential problems and risks and recommend solutions.
• Build strong relationships with Merchants, PTS, the Sample Team, and other key business partners.
• Proactively solve problems and offer a range of solutions.
• Gain alignment and influence decisions within PTS and with Merchant partners.
• Adapt communication based on the audience to ensure clarity.
• Keep the manager informed of important matters and concerns.
• Create and update materials for PTS and Merchant training as directed by the manager.
• Continue developing technical knowledge and keeping skills current.

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Product Management, or Technical Design preferred, or certification with equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of experience in technical design, product development, production management, or an equivalent area.
• Ability to train and mentor as required.
• Experience leading fit sessions with fit models, communicating corrections, and understanding cost implications.
• In-depth knowledge of fit, materials, construction, patterns, and production.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

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