Technical Designer – FP Movement
URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)
Product Developer, Apparel
American Tall
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Mississauga • 🇨🇦 Canada
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JuniorMid-Level
About the role
- Manage the development process by collaborating closely with Merchandisers, Technical Design and Vendors.
- Ensure design integrity, product quality, and target price are maintained.
- Develop products on schedule and deliver within allocated timelines; adhere to company’s product calendar.
- Work in partnership with Technical Design from initial concept to maintaining product lifecycle.
- Collaborate on technical packages in PDM, focusing on BOM and Tech Pack updates for production.
- Determine best construction options during fittings in tandem with Technical Designers.
- Propose changes from development/production perspectives to improve products and costing for successful commercialization.
- Communicate all style development progress to vendors, address concerns to ensure accurate delivery.
- Perform root cause analysis, communicate findings, and recommend solutions to resolve issues.
- Anticipate and identify potential obstacles in development, costing & delivery.
- Develop and maintain cross-functional relationships with design, buyers, TD, R&D, and merchandising regarding changes/discrepancies/on-time delivery.
- Build repeat sheets and colour standards with Merchandiser.
- Participate in garment fittings (with Technical Design).
- Assign labels/tags from PLM library and maintain fabric/color standards, trims and accessories libraries.
- Coordinate with vendors on all sample spec checks and fitting results.
- Update and maintain Product Development Work In Progress (WIP).
Requirements
- 2-5 years' experience in menswear apparel or fashion design, product development or a similar type of role.
- A Bachelor’s degree or diploma in apparel production, fashion, or a related field is highly preferred.
- Experience working with PLM software.
- Hands-on experience with garment measurements and POM.
- High proficiency with Adobe Illustrator.
- Pattern-making ability using software is a plus.
- Knowledge and/or good understanding of grading would be an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication skills and organization skills.
- Keen interest in textile product development.
- Strong time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
- Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- A self-starter who takes ownership of their work.
- Must have a positive attitude.
- Consistently exhibit American Tall’s Values - innovation, respect, passion, and commitment.
Benefits
- Healthy Lunch Program (onsite only): meals $2 a day; proceeds go to charity; vegan and gluten free options available.
- Annual Performance Bonus.
- RRSP Matching.
- Health Benefits for single employees and families.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program: reimburse up to $1000 a year for courses taken outside of work.
- Generous Vacation Package with additional gifted days off.
- Professional Headshots for new on-site hires.
- Community Engagement through philanthropic initiatives supported by lunch program.
- Office Celebrations & Social Events (regular in-person socials).
- Flexible Work Hours.
- Employee Referral Program with rewards.
- Employee Discounts: 50% discount on entire online collection.
- Employment accommodations during the recruitment process and accessibility support (contact HR@americantall.com).
- Inclusive workplace and diversity initiatives.
ATS Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
garment measurementsproduct developmentpattern-makinggradingAdobe IllustratorPDMPLM softwareproduct lifecycle managementBill of Materials (BOM)Tech Pack
Soft skills
communication skillsorganization skillstime managementmultitaskingself-starterownershippositive attitudecollaborationproblem-solvingrelationship building
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in apparel productiondiploma in fashion
