Technical Designer

Aeropostale; New York; On-site; USD 63,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Term life insurance

Paid vacation/holidays

401(k) with Company match

Associate discount

Job summary

Aeropostale is seeking a Technical Designer to provide technical expertise in evaluating apparel merchandise for fit, quality and design interpretation for the manufacturer to follow.

You will collaborate with Design and Product Development, complete product packages in FlexPLM, establish fit standards, lead fit sessions, and resolve issues with IBOs and factories, ensuring on-time delivery and cross-functional communication to improve overall product quality.

Qualifications

• College degree in fine arts or design, or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of technical design experience.
• Knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking and manufacturing process.
• Proficiency in Flex PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Web PDM, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Product Development teams to determine fit and aesthetics.
• Complete product packages in FlexPLM, including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.
• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Prepare and lead fit sessions with Design and Product Development, discuss fit history and recommend construction options.
• Resolve fit and construction issues with International Buying Offices and factories within deadlines.
• Communicate daily with IBO, vendors, and cross-functional partners.
• Enhance fit and quality through review of customer comments and competitive analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

College degree in fine arts or design

Tools

Flex PLM

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Web PDM

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Technical Designer provides technical expertise to evaluate apparel merchandise in terms of style, measurement and construction to achieve the appropriate fit, quality and design interpretation for the manufacturer to follow.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design and Product Development teams to determine fit and aesthetics.
• Complete product packages in FlexPLM, including measurements, construction details and technical sketches.
• Establish and maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
• Prepare and lead fit sessions with Design and Product Development, discuss fit history when presenting current fit and recommend alternative methods of construction or options for components when necessary.
• Resolve and communicate fit and construction issues to International Buying Offices and factories within the development and production timelines.
• Daily communication and follow through with IBO, vendors, and all cross-functional partners.
• Enhance fit and quality through review of customer comments, competitive analysis, and conducting fit symposiums.

Qualifications

• College degree in fine arts or design, or equivalent work experience in a design related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of technical design experience required.
• Knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking and manufacturing process.
• A trained eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates confidence and assertiveness in fit presentation.
• Ability to self-manage, works independently, multitask, and consistently meets deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• Proactive on problem solving and resolution oriented.
• Proficiency in: Flex PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Web PDM, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

What you get:

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

Pay Range

USD $62,700.00 - USD $114,000.00 /Yr.