Soma Technical Designer Foundations

Location: Fort Myers, Fl

Description:

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Management of adopted product in the assigned product area from concept to final fit approval. Work closely with Senior Technical Designer to maintain consistency of fit and quality through technical written spec packages. Work with Senior Technical Designer to manage daily workload and driving T&A calendar. Ensure brand integrity throughout fit development process while keeping the customer in mind. Build and maintain strong communication with Merchant, Product Development production and Vendors. Work closely with Senior Technical Designer to continually broaden technical knowledge and to elevate the quality of the product.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for a portion of or a large product classification while supporting the Sr. Technical Designer and Technical Coordinator as necessary.
• Independently analyze fit on a live model and clearly communicate fit and construction changes in an effective manner.
• Work with Sr. Technical Designer, Merchants and Product Development to establish the direction of the fit and garment details.
• Executes tech packs from concept to TOP of assigned and additional product classifications as directed. Inclusive of written comments on fit, construction and trims, digital photos and any other necessary information. Accuracy is essential.
• Communicates on a daily basis with Vendors, key Merchants and Design as it related to the T&A and execution of the product. Ability to stay on calendar.
• Properly preps for all fits.
• Assist other teams when workload is heavy within the department.
• Ability to travel internationally and to New York to conduct fittings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 year College Degree preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years bra/foundation technical design.
• Strong understanding of fit and construction in bras, panties and shapewear.
• Basic understanding of fabrics desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Web PDM or comparable, software com, computer literate including Excel/Word/RM/MicroGraphix / Illustrator / Photoshop

Self-motivated, creative problem solver


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Posted by Stephanie Coronado