Junior Technical Designer, Women's Structured Woven Suiting/Jackets

Premier Brands Group Holdings; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kasper Group, a leader in women’s apparel, seeks a Progressive Technical Designer to drive fit, construction, and tech-pack development for multiple styles. You will coordinate with Design, Production, and overseas factories to ensure precise construction and timely approvals.

You should have strong PLM and CAD/Illustrator skills, with experience in live fittings and documentation, and the ability to manage several styles and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Progressive technical design experience within women's apparel.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, specifications, grading fundamentals and pattern correction.
• Experience coordinating with overseas factories and vendors.
• Experience participating in live fittings and documenting fit direction.
• Strong PLM and technical package experience.
• CAD / Adobe Illustrator skills and proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned styles through the fit and development process with limited supervision.
• Prepare for and participate actively in live fittings, identifying fit, balance and construction issues and recommending corrections.
• Take ownership of fit comments, specifications, construction details and technical package updates for assigned styles.
• Communicate fit, construction and pattern corrections directly to overseas factories and follow through to resolution.
• Review samples for measurement accuracy, construction, workmanship and adherence to approved specifications.
• Maintain PLM records, technical packages, fit comments and approval history.
• Manage multiple styles, categories and deadlines while maintaining department Time and Action calendars.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking / time management

Tools

CAD

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

PLM

Job description

The Kasper Group is an apparel industry leader, offering women wardrobe solutions for their wear-to-work and special occasion dressing needs. Driven by excellence and exceptional talent, The Kasper Group has remained a forerunner in fashion for over 30 years. We are committed to delivering iconic brands (Kasper, Anne Klein, LeSuit, Kenneth Cole), relevant fashions and trusted, quality products to our consumers. So be a part of the exceptional talent!

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned styles through the fit and development process with limited supervision.
• Prepare for and participate actively in live fittings, identifying fit, balance and construction issues and recommending corrections.
• Take ownership of fit comments, specifications, construction details and technical package updates for assigned styles.
• Communicate fit, construction and pattern corrections directly to overseas factories and follow through to resolution.
• Review samples for measurement accuracy, construction, workmanship and adherence to approved specifications.
• Support the fit approval process and independently track sample status, outstanding comments and approvals.
• Revise specifications and provide clear technical direction regarding garment construction and pattern corrections.
• Partner closely with Design, Production and overseas factories throughout development.
• Maintain consistency in fit and construction standards across assigned categories and vendors.
• Proactively identify fit, construction, timing or sample-flow issues and elevate more complex technical concerns appropriately.
• Maintain accurate PLM records, technical packages, fit comments and approval history.
• Manage multiple styles, categories and deadlines while maintaining department Time and Action calendars.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to Associate Technical Designers as needed.

Qualifications

• Progressive Technical Design experience within women's apparel, typically beyond the Associate level and approaching full Technical Designer capability.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fit, specifications, grading fundamentals and pattern correction.
• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned styles and communicate technical corrections with limited supervision.
• Experience participating actively in live fittings and independently documenting and executing fit direction.
• Strong PLM and technical package experience.
• CAD / Adobe Illustrator skills and proficiency in Excel and technical development systems.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories and vendors.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Product Experience

• Women's apparel experience across tops and bottoms.
• Missy experience required; Petite and Plus experience preferred.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $70K - $85K *Actual base salary for this role within the above range will be based upon experience, qualifications and/or assigned unit.

An EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nation origin, disability or protected veteran status.