John Varvatos

THE JOHN VARVATOS TEAM

The heartbeat of any brand is its people. The John Varvatos culture is full of passion, creativity, and rock n roll! With many opportunities for growth and career development, we are a company that has ambitious plans for growth, and each individual plays a vital role in achieving our goals. We recognize each individual's contributions and treat each other with dignity, respect, and fairness.

THE ROLE

The Technical Designer will be involved in all aspects and stages of tech design and perform basic tech design related tasks with a special focus on specking and garment evaluation for all Woven Tops, Jackets, Outerwear and Leather categories.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for making all fit preparations including measuring and reviewing garments against comments and specs provided.
• Communicate construction adjustments and/or pattern adjustments to factories overseas.
• Assist and support the tech design team with all technical and construction issues, questions and concerns.
• Prepare samples for fittings from proto samples to production samples
• Work closely with the tech design team to record sample status during all stages of development and approval processes.
• Collaborate with the design and production team on overall product design to offer technical expertise and knowledge.
• Assist with managing and maintaining samples and sample closets
• Responsible for maintaining and updating tech pack files (style development files, etc)

Job Requirements:

• Must have strong computer skills with working knowledge of Excel, RLM and Google Drive
• Must have strong technical sketching ability and a thorough understanding of fit
• Must have strong measuring ability and a solid understanding of woven garment construction
• Execute and communicate block, proto and production fitting with vendors, manage all fit comments to meet calendar sealing dates.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Strong garment construction and sewing knowledge
• Knowledge of Adobe Program a plus
• Strong work ethics, communication (written & verbal), and interpersonal skills
• Resourceful, hands-on, and able to sense urgency
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable within a fast paced environment and be able to meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

• 5 years of related experience (as an assistant or technical designer)
• Menswear experience a must
• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Pay Range in New York, NY:

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Base Salary:

$70,000/yr - $80,000/yr

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• RESPECT: We treat our team, customers, suppliers, partners and planet with respect, always. We speak respectfully about and to others. We respect our customer's valuable time, and each other's. We work as a unified team and respect each other's differences
• RESOLVE: We are determined and we do not give up. We follow through on our commitments. We take accountability and face challenges with enthusiasm
• RAREFIED PASSION: We act with utmost integrity. We seek to continually improve and respond to feedback. We advocate for our brand, customer and product
• REFINEMENT: We pay fanatical attention to the details that make the John Varvatos difference. We strive to be exceptional in all we do.

BENEFITS

Your career matters to us and we will do what it takes to help you on your journey in life. You’ll be challenging yourself and your leadership. The opportunities will be there, and you’ll be working within an environment that rewards hard work and innovation. Internal promotion is the norm not the exception and you’ll be supported in your ambition to reach the next step of your career.

Health & Wellbeing Benefits Plan include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts
• Commuter & Parking Saving Accounts
• 401(k) Enrollment - Traditional 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
• Voluntary Additional Life & Disability Coverage for Spouse and Child(ren)
• Basic Life and Disability
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Personal Clothing Discount and Clothing Allotment

Note: Availability of the benefits are based on location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. John Varvatos reserves the right to amend or withdraw these benefits at any time.

In addition to this we offer a competitive pay and benefits package that includes an amazing employee clothing allotment and discount. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we very much look forward to working with you.