Assistant Technical Designer

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King of Prussia, PA, USA
In-Office
Junior
Consumer Web • Logistics
The Role
Support Technical Design Lead by creating tech packs, conducting fittings, pattern making and grading, measuring and evaluating samples, sketching technical flats, and ensuring garments meet fit, grading, tolerance, and safety standards while meeting product development deadlines.
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Lilly Pulitzer

Job Type:

Regular

Brand Strategy
Our Brand mission is to inspire confidence and optimism, inviting everyone to shine bright and stand out. 
Our Brand vision statement is: “Create Your Sunshine, A Resort State of Mind”. 
Our Brand Equities are: Casual Glamour, Sunny & Spirited, and Charmingly Disarming.

Job Description

About the Position 

The Assistant Technical Designer will aid the Technical Design Lead in developing and creating high quality, well-fitting apparel. This includes the responsibility to interpret concepts into a technical package with complete information regarding fitting, sizing, grading, garment specifications and construction that correctly execute the intent of the Fashion Designer for the merchandise. The Assistant Technical Designer will assist in leading fit sessions and fit garments with the Technical Design lead as well as provide fit recommendations and solutions to issues. They will support the development of a library of established fit blocks. Performance in this position is measured by achieving total company net sales targets, lowering the return rate in the e-commerce full price business, along with contributing to the department goals.   

A day in the life… 

  • Translating the intent of Fashion Design into technical design specification packages (tech packs)  

  • Conducting fittings with guidance  

  • Reviewing and Analyzing Garment construction 

  • Pattern making and size grading. 

  • Taking notes during fittings and other meetings. 

  • Measuring garments with accuracy. 

  • Pre-Fitting of all samples prior to fitting on the model.  

  • Evaluate samples to ensure they meet grading, tolerance, and safety standards. 

  • Technical Flat sketching 

  • Spend time reviewing merchandise through e-commerce and retail channels to understand the customers’ feedback regarding fit and construction. 

  • Must have comfort working within The Lilly Pulitzer® Product Development calendar, meeting all required deadlines.  

  • Communicates clearly and concisely. 

  • Accountable for adhering to all processes, procedures, and standards. 

  • Meet all assigned dates in the Lilly Pulitzer® Product Development Calendar 

Qualifications for the Position 

  • A four-year college degree is required, preferably with a major/minor in Fashion Design.  

  • 1-2 years of Technical Design experience, preferably in the fashion or retail industry.  

  • Must have proficiency and comfort in the use of technology to support Technical Design. This includes: 

  • The Centric® PLM System. Training will be provided.  

  • The Pattern Design System Module of Accumark®. Training will be provided. 

  • The Adobe Suite of software including Illustrator and Acrobat.  

  • Basic computer skills, such as Outlook®, Word®, and Excel® in a Microsoft Windows® 

Our Core Values: The Lilly Way. Rooted in our bold, original, and inclusive brand outlook, these principles define how we do things The Lilly Way.  

  • We take pride in the pursuit of excellence  

  • We create our own path 

  • We become stronger together 

  • We operate with integrity 

  • We make the world a brighter place 

  • We continuously improve 

  • We have fun in the process 

Doing Our Part 

As a company we commit to corporate social responsibility We believe in doing the right thing for our people, the places we work, and our planet We believe in a respectful and inclusive workplace. We recognize the importance of serving the communities where our employees work and live. We are cognizant of the impact that our operations can have on the environment and actively explore and pursue environmentally-friendly processes throughout our business This position is expected to contribute to the advancement of these principles.  

A Little More to Know… 

  • This position is classified as full-time salaried; it is exempt and is not eligible for overtime This position is eligible for standard company benefits.  

  • This position is required to maintain a structured hybrid work schedule based out of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia. This hybrid schedule, which includes work done in the King of Prussia Office as well as your Home Office will be determined by your supervisor.  

  • The position may require domestic and international travel. 

  • Given the seasonality of the business, this position may require flexible, additional working hours during peak periods. 

  • This position is expected to collaborate effectively with other individuals in alignment with our Core Values and Core Leadership Qualities. 

  • This position requires compliance with Lilly Pulitzer policies and a detailed Code of Conduct as outlined in the Employee Handbook.   

  • This position is reviewed annually. 

Lilly Pulitzer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, lawful off-duty use of marijuana, any other characteristic protected by law, or any combination of two or more of the characteristics listed here.

Lilly Pulitzer participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact the Lilly Pulitzer Talent Development Department at 610-878-5550.

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Skills Required

  • Four-year college degree
  • Major or minor in Fashion Design
  • 1-2 years Technical Design experience
  • Experience in fashion or retail industry
  • Proficiency with Centric PLM System (training provided)
  • Proficiency with Pattern Design System Module of Accumark (training provided)
  • Adobe Suite proficiency including Illustrator and Acrobat
  • Basic computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel on Microsoft Windows
  • Pattern making and size grading skills
  • Ability to conduct and take notes during fittings; pre-fit samples
  • Accurate garment measurement skills
  • Ability to evaluate samples for grading, tolerance, and safety standards
  • Technical flat sketching skills
  • Ability to meet product development calendar deadlines and work flexible hours during peak periods
  • Clear and concise communication skills
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The Company
Atlanta, Georgia
230 Employees

What We Do

Oxford Industries, Inc. is a global apparel company that designs, sources, markets and distributes products

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