Senior Technical Apparel Designer

The Senior Technical Apparel Designer will partner closely with Merchandising, Design, Sourcing,

Quality, and overseas manufacturing partners to transform product concepts into production-ready

garments that meet the highest standards for fit, construction, durability, and performance.

The ideal candidate combines exceptional technical design expertise with product development

knowledge and thrives in a fast-paced environment managing multiple product categories simultaneously.

Technical Design

• Develop comprehensive technical packages including construction details, specifications, BOMs, grading, artwork placement, and measurement standards.

• Create and maintain garment specification packages throughout the product lifecycle.

• Evaluate first prototypes through production samples.

• Lead garment fit sessions and document all fit corrections.

• Establish fit standards across multiple product categories.

Product Development

• Collaborate with Merchandising and Design during concept development.

• Recommend construction methods and manufacturing solutions that improve quality while controlling costs.

• Evaluate fabrics, trims, and component compatibility.

• Manage seasonal development calendars to meet launch deadlines.

• Support innovation through new materials, finishes, and construction techniques.

Factory Collaboration

• Communicate directly with domestic and overseas factories.

• Review pattern corrections and production comments.

• Resolve construction, grading, and manufacturing issues.

• Ensure products meet quality, fit, and performance standards.

• Support factory onboarding and capability assessments.

Performance & Quality

• Assist with laboratory testing and wear testing.

• Review test reports and implement corrective actions.

• Support military certification requirements when applicable.

• Evaluate garments for durability, comfort, moisture management, and performance.

• Work closely with Quality Assurance to improve manufacturing consistency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Compliance, Marketing, and Sales.

• Present product updates during development meetings.

• Assist with product costing by identifying efficient construction methods.

• Support commercialization from development through production.