Senior Technical Designer WHBM

Fashion Designer Job: Senior Technical Designer (WHBM) at Chico's FAS in 11215 Metro Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL

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Job Details

Job Ref:10763 Brand:White House Black Market Category:Fashion Designer Employment Type:Full Time Location:11215 Metro Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL

With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This position is primarily responsible for ensuring that Brand quality fit, desired appearance, and quality construction standards are met and maintained for assigned product area. This position may lead a team of Technical Designers. Works closely with Technical Design leader to enhance and evolve processes and procedures as business evolves; broaden technical knowledge and expertise, while continually striving to elevate the quality of the product. Participates in meeting departmental goals. Ensures brand integrity through consistency of fit, keeping the customer top of mind.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads weekly fit sessions. Collaborates with designers and merchants to translate fit and aesthetic details.
• Provides technical direction, in collaboration with peer teams, supervisor and vendor on matters pertaining to specs, pattern, construction methods and techniques to improve fit, balance, and overall quality of the garment.
• Maintains fit consistency for product area. Ensure standard grade rules are applied to each garment.
• Executes tech packs from Development to PP of assigned departments and additional product classifications as directed.
• Ensures Product Lifecycle Calendar dates are met for Development and Garment Fit Approvals.
• Anticipates and resolves any problems with the fit process. Partners with vendors in the resolution of problems as necessary.
• Attends weekly cross functional team meetings raising up any issues that pertain to vendor, quality, and/or timeline concerns.
• Works closely with Technical Design leaders to enhance and evolve processes and procedures, as business evolves, while driving to elevate the quality of the product.
• May train new associates in the technical design responsibilities and process cycle.
• May coach team members by evaluating team process on a regular basis, recommend and implement improvements, as needed.
• Partners with vendors in the resolution of problems as necessary to maintain standards and timelines.
• May execute tech packs from Development to PP of assigned departments and additional product classifications as directed.
• Values individuality and the diverse talents of their team. Leads the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.

This position may be found in multiple departments. Some duties may vary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; in Fashion Design a plus
• 7+ years' experience in the apparel Industry including patternmaking experience with full knowledge of total production timeline
• Detail oriented with ability to drive to completion with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of garment manufacturing process required
• Good understanding of fit, balance, pattern, and garment construction, fabrics and fabric performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Effective team building skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite required
• Working knowledge of Web based applications, i.e. FLEX PLM or comparable software required
• Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for apparel business and ability to work effectively as a team player
• Knowledge of pattern software preferred (2D/3D, Optitex, CLO, Brozwear)..

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Chico's FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Chico's FAS, Inc., through its retail brands - Chico's, White House Black Market, and Soma, is a leading women's omni-channel specialty retailer of private branded, sophisticated, casual-to-dressy clothing, intimates, complementary accessories, and other non-clothing items. Under the Chico's, White House Black Market, and Soma names, the company employs nearly 20,000 Associates, and operates over 1,400 stores and retail outlets throughout the U.S. and Canada, as well as an online presence for each of our brands.

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