Technical Designer

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carters Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carters, OshKosh Bgosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carters.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate sample for fit approval (i.e. construction, fit balance, workmanship, measurements, product safety, etc.), and escalate construction and grading issues to Senior Technical Designer or Senior Manager
• Approval of product complexities based on department allocation and provide pattern correction if needed, and partner with Senior Technical Designer on pattern alteration suggestions
• Conduct fit tracking, and offer technical solutions to Vendor sample rooms prior submitting fit samples

• Act as a Brand gatekeeper in applying fit process and standards, and assist in documenting process and building training materials
• Participate in vendor trainings, communicate with vendor regarding specs and measurement sheets when changes occur while aligning with Technical Designer and Senior Technical Designer, and meet with vendors when facing any technical problem in development or production
• Identify Vendor Certified Technician opportunities

Job Requirements

• Previous work experience in a sourcing office preferred
• Textiles or Fashion Design studies, preferred (or equivalent years of experience)

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• Minimum 4 years of technical experience
• Ability to communicate and partner with vendors and sample room employees
• Strong Excel skills (vlookup, pivot tables, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Gerber, PLM, and AI
• Strong pattern making skills

Keyword

Employee with a strong foundation in technical design skills with the ability to operate independently.