Company Description

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers has spent 30 years helping men, women and kids everywhere look and feel good. Developing comfort technologies is at the foundation of all that we do—delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products at a reasonable price. From our diverse footwear offering to a growing range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

With international business representing over half of our total sales, we have product available in more than 180 countries and significant opportunities for continued expansion worldwide. We sell our collections direct to consumers through more than 4,450 Skechers stores around the globe and Skechers e-commerce sites, as well as through a network of third-party partners.

A MULTI-BILLION-DOLLAR GLOBAL LEADER IN THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY-

The Senior Technical Designer will oversee the fit development of design concepts from creation to mass production, ensuring accurate specifications and timely delivery. They will communicate seasonal fit direction strategy and possess strong knowledge in construction detail, pattern shape, and grading. This position may also supervise Assistant/Associate Technical Designers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES-

• Establish, maintain, and communicate fit and construction standards • Monitor and communicate seasonal development status’ for prototype tracking

• Develop technical packages, patterns, and construction within cost and margin goals

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute design and fit intent

• Identify, communicate, and resolve technical or componentry issues in development

• Communicate proactively with cross-functional teams/suppliers on all technical issues

• Manage and provide technical leadership in fit session on a live model

• Organize each fit session by preparing fit samples, ensuring garments are on spec, pattern was followed, and previous fit iteration is present

• Evaluate current processes and make recommendations for any process changes that would maximize efficiencies • Manage the development calendar and surface any deadline issues that may result in the technical team not meeting deadlines

• Maintaining an organized work environment; construction, sample and block library maintenance.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS-

•  An individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily with minimal direction:

• Strong pattern making/correcting skills

• Demonstrates sound working knowledge and understanding of grading, construction methods, textiles, garment testing, draping and fitting

• Thorough understanding of the apparel development, testing and manufacturing process

• Ability to multi-task, proactively trouble shoot, problem solve, and the ability to effectively influence

• Ability to assess complex situations, analyze data, make judgements and recommendations for resolution

• Able to adapt and execute in a fast pace and changing environment

• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

• Microsoft Office Word/Excel • Illustrator/ Photoshop

• Flex PLM

• Browzwear 3D and Gerber software experience a plus

• Overseas factory travel experience is a plus

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES- 

• Visual acuity • Sit for extended periods of time in one position.

• Ability to stand and maintain mobility for long periods of time during a fit session

• Possess normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

• Ability to lift an adult form when adding or removing garments (35lbs) MINIMUM

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL-

• AA/BA in Apparel Manufacturing, Design, Patternmaking or equivalent from an accredited college or university MININUM EXPERIENCE:

• 8-10 years work experience in Apparel Technical Design and Patternmaking.

• 2-3 years of experience in performance apparel development is required.

• Golf, Basketball, Soccer, Pickelball/Tennis, Hiking and Running

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES- 

• Yes = Assistant, Associate or TD

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS-

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk; sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long period of times.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Pay range for this position is $110,000-$120,000/ year.

Benefits:

• Paid Parental Leave: including time for fathers and adopting parents.
• Short term & long-term disability and life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple carries, including EPO, HPN and PPO plans.
• Competitive 401k plan and employer matching.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) offerings.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday time.
• Pet Insurance available.
• Onsite wellness programs at company headquarters including fitness classes, acupuncture, and chiropractor.
• Employee stock purchase program
• Employee product discount of 50%; employee sample sales and family and friends discount throughout the year. 
• Skechers Company Culture and growth strategy is deeply infused with internal career growth and opportunities for learning.