Our client, a well-known denim brand based in San Francisco is looking for a Fit Developer to join their team for a 6 month contract! Please note, this role will work onsite Tuesday through Thursday and remote Monday and Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute seasonal fit development for RTW non-woven and denim bottoms and denim jackets based on Design’s fit direction using fit intelligence and competitive research to create new best in class fits and/or update current portfolio
- Apply knowledge of fabric, source base capabilities, fit, construction and design aesthetics to develop fit blocks that meet product standards in a timely and cost-effective manner
- Collaborate with Garment Developers to ensure approved fit blocks are applied to seasonal products and assist them in seasonal product garment development to ensure all block intents are met by source base for commercial sampling and final approval for bulk production
- Lead competitive product fit reviews, creating body target measurements, creating and evaluating all fit block sampling and gain consumer feedback to drive final fit block approvals
- Collaborate with and influence Design in interpreting and translating aesthetic requirements into styling details that can provide commercially viable product for mass production
- Attend / lead fittings and evaluate, document and communicate all fit block comments to the production locations
- Effective integration of all timeline processes with key internal and external stakeholders to meet all relevant “Go to Market” milestones
- Act as a liaison between Design and Product Development Team and source base for quality product execution and bulk production problem solving
- Keep abreast of contractor related technical/equipment capabilities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design or Patternmaking
- Minimum 5 years’ experience focusing on the execution of fit per design concepts
- Experience with manual or computer aided patternmaking and grading
- Drawing, flat sketching or Illustrator drawing experience
- Proficiency with Illustrator and Gerber Accumark Fit Development
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, PLM and 3D Fit Development Programs a plus
- Experience in the apparel industry focused on Women’s Bottoms Fit Development for non-denim and denim woven Bottoms (Jeans, Shorts, Skirts, Overalls) and Trucker Jackets
- Ability to forge strong partnerships with overseas technical teams as a means to drive clarity on all pattern work and fit requirements
- Strong technical communication skills (written and verbal) with attention to detail
- Effective interpersonal and organizational skills; especially when it comes to working directly with senior leadership
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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