Sr Technical Designer - Woven & Knit Bottoms

About Athleta

For the past 25 years, we've committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It's what we do best, and we're on the hunt for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences.

We use business as a force for good by putting people and the planet right up there with profit, which is why Athleta is a certified B Corp. Ready to make a move? Join us. Because we know that alone we're strong, but together we're unstoppable.

About the Role

In this role, you will be accountable for Athleta's product meeting consistent fit, construction, quality, consistency, cost-margin and design intent from development to commercialization.

You will be a strong collaborator and influencer with cross-functional partners and vendors. You will translate design concepts into specifications for costing and first prototypes by leveraging blocks, fit camps, 3D and maintaining overall customer fit excellence. You will be responsible for providing direction to global sourcing teams to expand vendor capabilities and troubleshoot fit issues, as needed.

What You'll Do

• Manage product fit and construction from initial design through to commercialization to production, leading to on time delivery and development calendar

• Collaborate with cross functional partners to effectively execute on product development and fit goals

• Manage and communicate process and challenges thru development and product testing as well as meet product integrity requirements

• Manage the development and maintenance of tech packs throughout the E2E process. Ensuring all documentation is maintained (product specs/construction/blocks)

• Provide guidance and recommendations on vendor readiness and fit empowerment

• Be the voice for Technical Design within the cross functional team and offer recommendations for to improve fit and consistency for product

• Execute fit and construction standards for products to ensure fit excellence

Who You Are

• Multiskilled utility player across categories and end uses with experience in performance product

• Significant technical design experience with fabric and garment construction, patternmaking /blocks and manufacturing processes

• Establish and maintain an effective industry network, regularly benchmarking and actively participating in industry association working committees

• Demonstrate a sound understanding of design, merchandising, and product development priorities

• Prior experience working in an apparel retail company

• Strong problem solving, collaboration and communication skills

• Experience using Adobe Illustrator, CAD pattern design software highly desired; 3D skill required

• Effective organizational skills, ability to multitask and prioritize, and lead through change

• Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions

Benefits at Athleta

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.

• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*

• Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*

• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.*

• Employee stock purchase plan.*

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*

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_*For eligible employees_

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.

Salary Range: $103,600 - $137,300 USD

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

US Candidates

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