Associate Technical Designer - Athleisure

Sweet Apparel Inc. is a leader in Junior's, Women's, Men's, and Kids fast fashion apparel. Sweet Apparel designs, manufactures, and imports apparel under its own labels as well as multiple Private labels. Our clothing can be found at major retailers including TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, Macy's, and more. The company is growing and looking for a full-time, Associate Technical Designer to join the Athleisure Development team on-site at the Midtown Manhattan office.

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.

Responsibilities

• Work with multiple product categories within Athleisure division (tops, skorts, shorts/pants, dresses, sweaters, sets, activewear & lounge) for Juniors, Missy, Plus, and Children's
• Attend hand-off meetings with Design team
• Accurately measure Inspiration/Reference samples and advise construction call-outs
• Ability to adjust the fit or design details of a garment to meet the needs of the target customer
• Attend Development fittings and take detailed notes
• Create initial tech packs for new Development/Showroom samples/costing
• Understanding of grading
• Ability to adhere to calendar to ensure deadlines are met
• Track and manage sample status
• Assist with keeping sample library/showroom organized
• Build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams including design, merchandising, production, and sales. xhyhwjd

Qualifications

• Degree in Technical Design or Fashion Design
• 4+ years of experience in Technical Design
• Knowledge of sewing construction, patternmaking, garment manufacturing, and fabrics.
• Proficient in PLM and Excel
• Knowledge of Clo3D is helpful
• Attention to detail, sense of urgency, willingness to learn, team-player
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid Vacation, Sick days and Paid Holidays
• Summer Fridays
• Flexible schedule

compensation for this role starts at $60k/yr dependent on experience