Designer Pattens

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic sports apparel company is looking for a Pattern Designer in South Africa. The role involves creating patterns, collaborating with design and production teams, and ensuring high-quality garments. Candidates need a tertiary qualification in Fashion/Pattern Design and 3-5 years of experience in pattern making. Proficiency in Lectra is a plus. The environment is fast-paced, emphasizing customer focus and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven competency in Pattern Making (3-5 years) required.
• Experience on the Lectra windows system is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create Pattern on computer using Lectra.
• Liaise with Designer on requirements.
• Communicate with Sample Room on requirements.
• Measure Garments.
• Grading.
• Attend Fit Sessions with Designer.
• Liaise with retail Technologist.
• Handle queries from factories.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organizing

Reliability

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Tertiary qualification in Fashion Design/Pattern Design equivalent

Tools

Lectra

Job description

Overview

An exciting position has arisen within the TFG Design Totalsports Division, for a Pattern Designer. This individual will be responsible for developing patterns and working alongside a Design and Production team to ensure garments of high quality is delivered to market. We are looking for a responsible, organised individual, who enjoys working in a fast paced and dynamic environment where the customer is the central focus of everything we do. The role will be to take charge of executing all steps of the pattern design process, from initial conception to final manufacture processes across all commodities. A strong grasp of trend direction, fabrications, product relevance and branding for technical sports are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Create Pattern on computer using Lectra and available references
• Liaise with Designer on requirements
• Communicate with Sample Room on requirements
• Measure Garments
• Grading
• Attend Fit Sessions with Designer
• Liaise with retail Technologist
• Handle queries from factories

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Fashion Design/Pattern Design equivalent
• Has proven competency in Pattern Making (3-5 years)
• For this position experience on the Lectra windows system would be advantageous

Skills

• Has good interpersonal and communication skills
• Has a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Has good planning and organising skills and be able to prioritise
• Is reliable and hard working
• Is able to work under pressure to meet regular deadlines
• Enjoys working in a team

Behaviours

• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives

Preference will be given but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.