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Sr. Manager Technical Design

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Carters Inc.

Aug 1

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert / Leadership (9+ years)
  • Atlanta
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AI generated summary

  • You need expertise in technical design, leadership skills, and experience in the apparel industry. Strong communication and project management abilities are essential for success in this role.
  • You will lead technical design projects, oversee design implementation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure quality standards, and drive innovative solutions for product development.

Requirements

  • Strong technical Design expertise, pattern and grading. Preferably experience in children wear
  • Strong partnership with cross functional teams
  • Strong pattern making skills
  • Textiles or Fashion Design University degree, preferred (or equivalent years of experience)
  • Minimum 15 years of technical experience
  • 5 years of managerial experience preferred
  • Ability to travel upon request (internationally)

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for timeline adherence by ensuring all T/P for all product categories are delivered to development partners on time
  • Monitor development process to meet calendar deadlines and work closely with cross functional partners
  • Administer library of patterns and blocks
  • Approve block patterns
  • Determine which blocks need to be update, eliminated, or added
  • Benchmark pattern studies for competitor brands, analyze results and share with Technical Design leaders and cross functional partners
  • Lead communication with cross functional partners (Design, Merch, Quality and PDC), representing the interests of the Technical Design team
  • Act as key sponsor for Technical Design initiatives in partnership with cross functional teams
  • Manage the development workload and meeting timeline
  • Lead projects related to grading, construction, etc.
  • Collaborate with CGS TD and cross functional teams (i.e. Manufacturing Excellence, Quality Assurance, etc.) to determine minimum construction standards
  • Establish and validate fit standards
  • Champion best practices in fit standards and process
  • Supervise key fittings to ensure standardization and timely fit samples approval, offering support and guidance to team members
  • Identify and conduct root cause analysis of product failures
  • Build approval process and generic placement manual
  • Facilitate discussion with Design for process opportunities, product issues, and solutions
  • Liaise with cross functional teams to find solutions for potential risk constructions, offering technical solutions
  • Supervise the operations of the team in accordance with protocol and practices set out by leadership
  • Develop Technical Design operational plan including manpower requirements, hiring structure and process, policy and operating procedure
  • Mentor and assist managers with coaching implementation
  • Plan and deliver Technical Design initiatives
  • Provide effective status reporting, project budget management and timeline management
  • Liaise with all internal and external stakeholders in accomplishing project objectives
  • Provide technical support and expert advice on discipline-related issues to other members of the project team as well as to in-house staff on of other divisions
  • Anticipate, communicate, and mitigate risks/escalations to deliver a great fit, measured by KPI’s
  • Act as the voice of the consumer and other quality reports
  • Meet or exceed Technical Design productivity and quality metrics as related to established KPI’s, setting high expectations and standards for the team
  • Assist in building and support the implementation of strategy as aligned with Technical Design leadership
  • Align with Sourcing strategy in terms of product, CO, and vendor base

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Sr. Manager Technical Design?

The primary responsibility is to lead the technical design team, drive performance, and contribute to the overall strategy by ensuring product timelines are met and fit standards are maintained.

How much experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 15 years of technical experience is required, with at least 5 years in a managerial role preferred.

Is experience in children's wear important for this role?

Yes, strong technical design expertise in pattern making and grading, preferably with experience in children's wear, is important for this role.

What type of educational background is preferred for this position?

A degree in Textiles or Fashion Design is preferred, although equivalent years of experience may also be considered.

What percentage of the role is focused on development tasks?

35% of the role is focused on development tasks, which includes ensuring timely delivery of all T/P for product categories.

Will I be required to manage a team?

Yes, you will supervise the operations of the Technical Design team and mentor managers in coaching implementation.

What types of projects will I be involved in?

You will be involved in planning and delivering Technical Design initiatives, managing project budgets and timelines, and providing technical support and expert advice.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the position requires the ability to travel upon request, including internationally.

What qualities does the company value in its team members?

The company values courageous leadership, broad collaboration, customer focus, growth-driven mindset, and innovative thinking.

How does Carter’s support career development for its employees?

Carter’s offers various career development opportunities, including Carter’s University, Toastmasters, mentorship programs, and more to help employees advance their professional skills.

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Carters Inc.

To serve the needs of all families with young children

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1865
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Carter’s, Inc. is the largest branded marketer in the United States and Canada of apparel and related products exclusively for babies and young children. The Company owns the Carter’s and OshKosh B’gosh brands, two of the most recognized brands in the marketplace. These brands are sold in leading department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers domestically and internationally. The Company’s Just One You, Precious Firsts, and Genuine Kids brands are available at Target, its Child of Mine brand is available at Walmart, and its Simple Joys brand is available on Amazon.com. The Company also owns Skip Hop, a global lifestyle brand for families with young children. Carter’s is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. If you dream of working with innovative colleagues who support and inspire you, Count on Carter's.