Spanx
Technical Designer Active
Spanx, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Job Description
About the role
The Active Technical Designer will oversee the technical design process from development through production for Women’s Activewear. They will interpret Design concepts to achieve the desired point of view when creating technical packages. This role is responsible for product uniformity and consistency in the fit, quality, and construction of all Women’s Activewear product.
This role is based in our Atlanta headquarters,
requires weekly in-office work 4 days/week
, and reports to our Technical Design Manager, Active & Lounge.
You’ll love it because you will…
Create active apparel with performance and functionality
Conduct and manage fit sessions to determine and execute proper fit including measuring and prepping samples for fitting, taking notes and digitals during fit sessions
Participate and facilitate fit sessions on live models and take ownership of specific product
Develop expertise in understanding physical fit, evaluation of body size, shape, and the relationship of clothing on the target body
Ensure size and fit consistency within the brand across product categories
Ability to work on missy and plus sizes while ensuring design aesthetic is achieved through all sizes
Manage fit schedules, booking models, and communicate updates to cross-functional partners
Generate technical packages for the factory including complete and articulate fit comments, sketches, digitals, specifications, bill of materials, and construction details
Partner with the Design team on initial stage sample development and any specifications needed
Track and manage workflow and workload for products; gather information and update all reports necessary for meetings
Identify potential production, quality, and costing issues and make recommendations to ensure brand integrity
Meet seasonal and brand deadlines
Oversee organization of all electronic and hard pattern files
Take initiative to get things done and drive the business forward while eliminating roadblocks
Strive for continual improvement that drives product and process enhancements
Foster an open communication and team environment with all cross-functional partners
Qualifications:Qualifications
We require...
5+ years of proven technical experience in women’s activewear
Bachelor’s degree in apparel and/or textile-related field of study is preferred
Proficiency in garment specifications; how to measure garments and flat sketching
Working knowledge in pattern making (preferability Gerber)
Understanding of fit/balance of garments, leading a fit session, grading, and garment construction
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle multiple projects at one time while maintaining adherence to the calendar
Ability to build collaborative cross-functional relationships
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Innovative thinking
Knowledge in fabric, trims, and construction for Active apparel
PC Skills – Trained in PLM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Outlook, Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Additional Information
Spanx is proud of our continued Progressive People Practices…
Company Healthcare Plan
: $0.00 out of pocket (Employee only benefit)
Fertility testing and treatment are included in Spanx’s medical plans, even without the diagnosis of infertility.
Parental Leave Policy
: Primary caregiver receives 16 weeks AND will have the option to work a half-time schedule (20 hours per week) for up to four additional weeks with full-time (40 hours per week) pay.
Mental Health Days
:10 days
401K
: Matched up to 4% with immediate vesting.
PTO & Company Holidays:
PLUS two full weeks of companywide closures (one in the Spring; one between Christmas and NYE)
Flex Friday
: Year-round half-day Fridays!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About the role
The Active Technical Designer will oversee the technical design process from development through production for Women’s Activewear. They will interpret Design concepts to achieve the desired point of view when creating technical packages. This role is responsible for product uniformity and consistency in the fit, quality, and construction of all Women’s Activewear product.
This role is based in our Atlanta headquarters,
requires weekly in-office work 4 days/week
, and reports to our Technical Design Manager, Active & Lounge.
You’ll love it because you will…
Create active apparel with performance and functionality
Conduct and manage fit sessions to determine and execute proper fit including measuring and prepping samples for fitting, taking notes and digitals during fit sessions
Participate and facilitate fit sessions on live models and take ownership of specific product
Develop expertise in understanding physical fit, evaluation of body size, shape, and the relationship of clothing on the target body
Ensure size and fit consistency within the brand across product categories
Ability to work on missy and plus sizes while ensuring design aesthetic is achieved through all sizes
Manage fit schedules, booking models, and communicate updates to cross-functional partners
Generate technical packages for the factory including complete and articulate fit comments, sketches, digitals, specifications, bill of materials, and construction details
Partner with the Design team on initial stage sample development and any specifications needed
Track and manage workflow and workload for products; gather information and update all reports necessary for meetings
Identify potential production, quality, and costing issues and make recommendations to ensure brand integrity
Meet seasonal and brand deadlines
Oversee organization of all electronic and hard pattern files
Take initiative to get things done and drive the business forward while eliminating roadblocks
Strive for continual improvement that drives product and process enhancements
Foster an open communication and team environment with all cross-functional partners
Qualifications:Qualifications
We require...
5+ years of proven technical experience in women’s activewear
Bachelor’s degree in apparel and/or textile-related field of study is preferred
Proficiency in garment specifications; how to measure garments and flat sketching
Working knowledge in pattern making (preferability Gerber)
Understanding of fit/balance of garments, leading a fit session, grading, and garment construction
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle multiple projects at one time while maintaining adherence to the calendar
Ability to build collaborative cross-functional relationships
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Innovative thinking
Knowledge in fabric, trims, and construction for Active apparel
PC Skills – Trained in PLM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Outlook, Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Additional Information
Spanx is proud of our continued Progressive People Practices…
Company Healthcare Plan
: $0.00 out of pocket (Employee only benefit)
Fertility testing and treatment are included in Spanx’s medical plans, even without the diagnosis of infertility.
Parental Leave Policy
: Primary caregiver receives 16 weeks AND will have the option to work a half-time schedule (20 hours per week) for up to four additional weeks with full-time (40 hours per week) pay.
Mental Health Days
:10 days
401K
: Matched up to 4% with immediate vesting.
PTO & Company Holidays:
PLUS two full weeks of companywide closures (one in the Spring; one between Christmas and NYE)
Flex Friday
: Year-round half-day Fridays!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.