Senior Technical Designer, Apparel

Name of Employer:  BCI BRANDS – New York, NY              

Our Company: Originally founded in 1975, BCI has continually evolved to become a leader in the women's fashion industry. Launching initially with CHAUS and private label lines and then expanding into a multi-brand platform business, we have been at the forefront of market trends and the changing retail environment.

Our brands, including CeCe, Vince Camuto, Ted Baker, 1.State and Parker, each serve unique customer demographics but are united in their commitment to quality and style. As we expand our presence, BCI remains dedicated to innovation, excellence, and women's empowerment through fashion.

POSITION: Senior Technical Designer

Responsibilities:

• Prepares for fittings, by measuring sample to be fit, cross-examine sample against style Tech Pack and against the previous fit samples to ensure previous comments have been corrected, bringing previous fits to fit session for review if needed.
• Attends and leads the fit session on live model(s) or mannequin(s) and takes initiative in their assigned product category(s).
• Checks construction and quality of product to ensure sample has proper construction for garment category and fabrication. Identify potential issues and make appropriate recommendations.
• Anticipates and resolves any potential pre-production and production problems while in the fit process. Partners with vendors in the resolution of problems as necessary.
• Executes fit comments in a timely manner to ensure the fit process stays in line with production and action timelines while partnering with the Product Development team on lead time priorities, where applicable.
• Responsible for reviewing pre-production samples (PP’s) for adherence to approved fit and construction standards and executes comments as needed to complete the PP approval process and move the process forward to production. Partners with Production Manager as needed to resolve issues on PP’s and in relation to timelines.
• Maintains professional and timely daily email correspondence with overseas vendors.
• Tracks and manages workflow and workload for own product to ensure product areas are maintained with cross-functional teams while partnering with the Design team and production team on critical priorities, as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or Certification in Apparel Manufacturing, Design, Patternmaking, or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of design experience in the apparel industry including patternmaking and construction experience with full knowledge of production process, and timelines for Woven’s + Cut and Sew Knits product categories.
• Strong understanding of Technical Design including construction, fit, pattern making, fabric relation to design intent, and overall improving quality of a garment for Woven’s and Cut and Sew Knits product categories.
• Must be proficient with knowledge and skill in commercial fit and pattern standards, corrections, grading, construction manufacturing methods, sewing, and technical drawing.
• Keen awareness and knowledge of development and production calendar, process, and timelines including experience driving solutions to reach deadlines.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and resolve issues in a timely fashion.
• Team-oriented with the ability to drive collaboration and excel in a team-based structure.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word)
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

The salary range for this full-time position ranges from $100,000-$120,000, depending on applicant's level of experience.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

BCI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Program
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Holiday Schedule
• Commuter Benefits
• Training & Development
• Growth Opportunities!