Free People Assistant Technical Designer - Leathergoods, Bags and...
Urban Outfitters - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19107![Urban Outfitters](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
Free People is looking for an Assistant Technical Designer - Leathergoods, Bags and Belts to join the Product Development team to develop market leading own brand product. This will be a fast-paced role to support the Product Development team to achieve great product standards and to meet customer expectations. There will be opportunities to learn about materials, construction, testing, fitting, grading, legal requirements etc.
Role Responsibilities
* Sealing sheet meeting prep - arranging previous counter samples.* Assisting in technical review meetings to identify any make fit/construction notes.* Tech/QA sample management - shipping, tracking, prep documentation.* Manage test reports - follow-ups and approvals.* Manage 3rd party inspection booking.* Manage approved samples in sample closet.* Daily communication with global vendors.* Manage wear trial samples & feedback.* Continuously go through customer website reviews and update the team on negative reviews, go through physical customer returns.* Support internal teams like customer service, wholesale sales, etc. with specifications.
Role Qualifications
* Must have Fashion Design or related college degree with strong passion for footwear/accessories.* 2-4 years experience with leather goods and/or bags and belts.* Understanding of bag/belt terminology, components and constructions is must.* Must be able to sketch, make CADs of technical bag/belt drawings.* Knowledge of development process.* Technically competent with software programs, Excel/Outlook, and fluency with Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightbox.* Knowledge of synthetic materials and leathers.* Understand design aesthetic and translate it into appropriate product presentations.* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
The Perks
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO Statement
URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.