Technical Designer- Kids

Title: Technical Designer- Kids
Company Description: Juniors Apparel Company
Location: New York, New York
Salary: $70,000-$90,000
*Salary is commensurate with experience and is an estimated range provided by JBC*

Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical design process for the Kids/Girls division, covering toddlers (sizes 3T-5T) and girls (sizes 7-16), with some boys' experience.
• Manage all categories, including tops, bottoms, dresses, and more, ensuring designs meet fit, construction, and quality standards.
• Oversee pattern corrections, garment fittings, and adjustments to ensure the highest fit and functionality standards.
• Collaborate closely with designers, merchandisers, and production teams to ensure accurate execution of designs.
• Ensure all tech packs are comprehensive and submitted timely, covering all product details, specifications, and construction guidelines.
• Manage communication with factories to resolve issues related to fit, construction, and production processes.
• Implement and maintain PLM systems to streamline the design and production process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Stay updated on trends in fast fashion and kidswear, applying them to technical designs while balancing cost efficiency for off-price accounts.
• Ensure adherence to compliance and safety standards in kidswear, in line with regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of technical design experience, ideally at a mid-to-senior level in the kids/girls apparel category.
• Proficient in cut & sew, knits, and wovens across a variety of kidswear categories.
• Strong knowledge of pattern-making, construction, and garment fitting processes.
• Experience working with off-price accounts.
• Proficient in PLM systems, Adobe Illustrator, and other technical design software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to lead the technical design process with minimal supervision, taking ownership of the kids/girls division.