Provide technical support to Design, Pre-Production, Merchant and Production teams for VSS and VSD during product development and pre-production activities.
Develop product technical specification packages to communicate requirements for fit and construction, taking responsibility for all aspects of technical pre-production work relating to fit and construction.
Ensure that products are developed consistent with established fit and quality standards, manufacturer’s capabilities and cost specifications.
Conduct pre-production meetings on bulk styles to ensure correct interpretation of quality standards prior to bulk production.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop specifications to define product performance standards through the application of laboratory testing and wash and wear testing. I.e. Bra Band Comfort Test.
Initiate technical development in fit and construction to identify possible first to market opportunities.
Review TOP samples for conformance to agreed stands of fit and construction.
Responsible for managing the adherence of the time and action calendars during the pre-production process.
Act as a positive, supportive partner, consistently demonstrating our shared values and high standards.
Communicate technical specification requirements to vendors.
Approve and/or reject Red Tag and Top of Production submissions, which fail to meet established standards.
VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.
Qualifications
A technical education in garment fit and construction to degree level or equivalent work experience.
Practical experience of patternmaking and garment construction for bulk production.
5 years of technical experience, gained while working within either the clothing industry, or in a retail environment.
An understanding and preferably 2-3 years experience using computer specification package (PDM)