Technical Design Manager

JOB SUMMARY:The Technical Design Manager supports and manages a group of technical designers of all levels as a leader and a strong collaborator for Cato, Cache, It’s Fashion, and Versona Buyers, Product Managers, Designers, and Vendors, by developing a product with an optimum fit, consistent sizing, and quality construction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Manages and coordinates the activities of an assigned team of Technical Designers in the development of products.Oversees work in process to meet development goals and deadlines.Collaborates on Corporate initiatives and identifies opportunities for streamlining, defining best practices, etc.Responsible for training across teams to develop skill sets.Assigned a single or multiple departments’ products and performs the duties and responsibilities of a Technical Designer.Functions as the point person in each team and partners with Merchandising, Sourcing, Design, and Quality Assurance.Reports to the Director of Technical Design.OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Flex PLM systems.Conduct competitive analysis research.Work in tandem with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Quality Assurance Departments, offering expertise and assistance as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:Degree in Apparel Manufacturing/Technical Design/Pattern Making preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:10+ years experience in Technical Design and 3+ years of team managing experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Significant technical design skills with multiple product categoriesPattern-making/Grading/Measurement/Specifications skillsGarment construction (Industrial) and sewing skills a plusFit Analysis/Problem-solving skillsStrong written and oral communication skillsComputer skills: Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator a plus
REQUIRED PRE-EMPLOYMENT/SKILLS TESTING:Drug Test/Criminal Background ScreenAssess