Nordstrom
Senior Technical Designer, Kid's Apparel - (Hybrid, WA)
Nordstrom, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Senior Technical Designer, Kid's Apparel - (Hybrid, WA)
NOTE:
This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.
PORTFOLIO REQUIRED : In addition to your resume, please include a PDF or link to a portfolio showcasing your work on kid's product to be considered for this position.
Responsibilities
Work with cross-functional managers and manage a team of Technical Designers
Collaborate with cross-functional and external partners to ensure outcomes align with design intent and brand requirements
Ensure all designs for children's apparel comply with applicable safety regulations and standards; create and maintain consistent fit and construction; lead and support construction details and create and maintain construction images of the product; and manage the coordination of fit sessions and analyze wear tests as needed
Interpret design intent and communicate through sketch/visual construction
Lead team through fit approvals to production and ensure fit consistency is appropriate to brand, and create and align measurement worksheet to deliver to factories
Lead block pattern development and approvals and collaborate with Pattern Engineer and Product Developer on new fits for development
Lead team to ensure calendar milestones are met
Conduct and analyze market research and drive recommendations
Lead special projects as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making or related field
Minimum 7 years’ experience in production fitting and pattern making
Experience leading and influencing a project or team and strong organization and time management skills
Expert in grade rules and tolerances, and ability to demonstrate capabilities through fit test
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, MS Office Suite, and Product Lifecycle Management system experience required
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
Ability and willingness to travel globally
Benefits
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
Pay & Other Compensation $92,000.00 - $155,000.00 Annual. This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industry: Retail
Legal Notice Nordstrom conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location.
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This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.
PORTFOLIO REQUIRED : In addition to your resume, please include a PDF or link to a portfolio showcasing your work on kid's product to be considered for this position.
Responsibilities
Work with cross-functional managers and manage a team of Technical Designers
Collaborate with cross-functional and external partners to ensure outcomes align with design intent and brand requirements
Ensure all designs for children's apparel comply with applicable safety regulations and standards; create and maintain consistent fit and construction; lead and support construction details and create and maintain construction images of the product; and manage the coordination of fit sessions and analyze wear tests as needed
Interpret design intent and communicate through sketch/visual construction
Lead team through fit approvals to production and ensure fit consistency is appropriate to brand, and create and align measurement worksheet to deliver to factories
Lead block pattern development and approvals and collaborate with Pattern Engineer and Product Developer on new fits for development
Lead team to ensure calendar milestones are met
Conduct and analyze market research and drive recommendations
Lead special projects as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel Design, Pattern Making or related field
Minimum 7 years’ experience in production fitting and pattern making
Experience leading and influencing a project or team and strong organization and time management skills
Expert in grade rules and tolerances, and ability to demonstrate capabilities through fit test
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, MS Office Suite, and Product Lifecycle Management system experience required
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
Ability and willingness to travel globally
Benefits
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
Pay & Other Compensation $92,000.00 - $155,000.00 Annual. This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industry: Retail
Legal Notice Nordstrom conducts background checks and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location.
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