Senior Technical Designer

The Senior Technical Designer will oversee the fit development of design concepts from creation to mass production, ensuring accurate specifications and timely delivery. They will communicate seasonal fit direction strategy and possess strong knowledge in construction detail, pattern shape, and grading. This position may also supervise Assistant/Associate Technical Designers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES-

• Establish, maintain, and communicate fit and construction standards.

• Monitor and communicate seasonal development status' for prototype tracking.

• Develop technical packages, patterns, and construction within cost and margin goals.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute design and fit intent.

• Identify, communicate, and resolve technical or componentry issues in development.

• Communicate proactively with cross-functional teams/suppliers on all technical issues.

• Manage and provide technical leadership in fit session on a live model.

• Organize each fit session by preparing fit samples, ensuring garments are on spec, pattern was followed, and previous fit iteration is present.

• Evaluate current processes and make recommendations for any process changes that would maximize efficiencies.

• Manage the development calendar and surface any deadline issues that may result in the technical team not meeting deadlines.

• Maintaining an organized work environment; construction, sample and block library maintenance.

REQUIRED SKILLS-

• An individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily with minimal direction:

• Strong pattern making/correcting skills

• Demonstrates sound working knowledge and understanding of grading, construction methods, textiles, garment testing, draping and fitting

• Thorough understanding of the apparel development, testing and manufacturing process

• Ability to multi-task, proactively trouble shoot, problem solve, and the ability to effectively influence

• Ability to assess complex situations, analyze data, make judgements and recommendations for resolution

• Able to adapt and execute in a fast pace and changing environment

• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills.

• Microsoft Office Word/Excel.

• Illustrator/ Photoshop.

• Flex PLM.

• Browzwear 3D and Gerber software experience a plus.

• Overseas factory travel experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES-

• Visual acuity.

• Sit for extended periods of time in one position.

• Ability to stand and maintain mobility for long periods of time during a fit session.

• Possess normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

• Ability to lift an adult form when adding or removing garments (35lbs) MINIMUM.

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL-

• AA/BA in Apparel Manufacturing, Design, Patternmaking or equivalent from an accredited college or university.

MININUM EXPERIENCE:

• 8-10 years work experience in Apparel Technical Design and Patternmaking.

• 2-3 years of experience in performance apparel development is required.

• Golf, Basketball, Soccer, Pickelball/Tennis, Hiking and Running

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES-

• Yes = Assistant, Associate or TD

The pay range for this position is $110,000-$120,000.

About Skechers

Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500 brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do - delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 4,700 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.