Sr Technical Designer - Old Navy Women's Sweaters & Maternity
Gap Inc. · Folsom, California, US
In this role, you will be accountable for maintaining and executing design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, aligned to our customers' needs.
Job description
About the Role In this role, you will be accountable for maintaining and executing design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, aligned to our customers' needs. You will be a strong collaborator and influencer with cross-functional partners and vendors, and be able to translate design concepts into specifications for costing and first prototypes, by leveraging fit camps and maintaining overall customer fit consistency. You will be responsible for providing direction to global sourcing teams to expand vendor capabilities and troubleshoot fit issues, as needed. What You'll Do An advanced understanding and practical application of garment construction, patternmaking, alterations, and grading. An expert in Fit, Construction, and Quality; strong understanding of the brand and customer; one who can consistently execute to a high level of aesthetic, cost, and functional requirements. Effective use of PLM software or Tech Pack Management system Responsible for fit & construction risk management, plus training & empowering Supplier's fit technicians. Ensure Physical and Digital samples comply with brand standards throughout the product creation process Ownership and Maintenanc...