CLO Technical Designer

Spencer's; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Career advancement

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunity

Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, L

Life and AD&D insurance

401k with company match

30% merchandise discount

Job summary

Spencer's in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to lead the apparel and accessory design process using CLO. You will drive the full design workflow, ensuring alignment with product goals and timelines.

Collaborating with cross-functional partners, you will reduce sampling through CLO, perform pattern adjustments, and manage CLO-file exchange with overseas factories while growing the virtual fabric library for 3D sampling.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Design.
• 3+ years of experience using CLO daily in the fashion industry.
• Highly proficient with technology and able to quickly learn new software.
• Creative, curious, and driven.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete design process for apparel and accessories in CLO.
• Collaborate and influence cross-functional partners to meet 3D needs throughout product development and key lifecycle milestones.
• Troubleshoot for designers and tech designers who are learning CLO, acting as a trainer to help them transition between design programs like Illustrator and CLO.
• Minimize physical sampling using CLO software.
• Make necessary pattern adjustments within CLO as well as apply textures, prints, stitches, and trims.
• Communicate with overseas factories to share CLO files and patterns.
• Facilitate the growth of the block library of pre-sewn garments in standard silhouettes.
• Manage the virtual fabric library for use in the 3D sampling process.

Skills

CLO software

Pattern making

3D design

Illustrator

Technical design

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Proactive

Tools

CLO

Illustrator

Job description

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete design process for apparel and accessories in CLO
• Collaborate and influence cross-functional partners to meet 3D needs throughout product development and key lifecycle milestones
• Troubleshoot for designers and tech designers who are learning CLO, acting as a trainer to help them transition between design programs like Illustrator and CLO
• Minimize physical sampling using CLO software
• Make necessary pattern adjustments within CLO as well as apply textures, prints, stitches, and trims
• Communicate with overseas factories to share CLO files and patterns
• Facilitate the growth of the block library of pre-sewn garments in standard silhouettes
• Manage the virtual fabric library for use in the 3D sampling process

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Technical Design
• 3+ years of experience using CLO daily in the fashion industry, with ample knowledge of pattern making
• Highly proficient with technology and able to quickly learn new software
• Creative, curious, and driven
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Collaborative team player

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Pay Range

$80,000 - $95,000