Job Description:
Technical Designers are hands on developing product from the initial concept through to production. They are responsible for translating initial concept into physical garments by building detailed tech packs and fitting product from first prototype to approval. Our technical designers lead cross functional fit sessions and communicate with vendors and factories to bring our vision to life. They work closely with Apparel Designers, Merchants, and Sourcing Specialists to protect quality fit and construction for each product category.
This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
What will you be doing?
- Develop standards for product fits with focus placed on functionality meeting design intent
- Lead cross-functional interactive fit sessions to protect fit consistency and functional performance
- Conduct wear tests and try-on sessions to gain customer insight and continually improve product
- Create and edit patterns to drive fit direction
- Build detailed tech packs including sketches, construction specifications and graded specs
- Collaborate with overseas vendors to manage the garment sampling process
- Communicate with factories to identify & resolve production issues
- Manage product cycle from sketch through pre-production samples and final bulk garments
- Understand and action on customer insight through various data points including reviews, returns, focus groups, etc.
What will you need to bring?
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Technical Design
- Extensive knowledge of apparel fit, construction and fabric properties
- Extensive production experience with multiple factories
- Bachelor’s Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design or related experience
- Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite and 2D digital pattern making. Experience with 3D is a plus.
- Passion for the A&F brands and the role
- Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills
- Career-driven, strong work ethic and high-performance standards
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong pattern making, draping and grading skills
- A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
- A strong desire for adventure & curiosity
- Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment
Benefits & Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile Stipend
Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Onsite fitness center
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Company Description
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.
The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.
Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Technical Design
- Extensive knowledge of apparel fit, construction and fabric properties
- Extensive production experience with multiple factories
- Bachelor's Degree in textile/fashion/apparel design or related experience
- Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite
- Fluency in 2D digital pattern making
- Experience with 3D
- Strong pattern making, draping and grading skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills
- Collaborative approach working with cross-functional partners
- Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment
What We Do
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a leading, global specialty retailer of apparel and accessories for men, women and kids through five renowned brands. The iconic Abercrombie & Fitch brand was born in 1892 and aims to make every day feel as exceptional as the start of a long weekend. abercrombie kids sees the world through kids’ eyes, where play is life and every day is an opportunity to be anything and better anything. The Hollister brand believes in liberating the spirit of an endless summer inside everyone and making teens feel celebrated and comfortable in their own skin. Gilly Hicks, offering intimates, loungewear and sleepwear, is designed to invite everyone to embrace who they are underneath it all. Social Tourist, the creative vision of Hollister and social media personalities, Dixie and Charli D’Amelio, offers trend forward apparel that allows teens to experiment with their style, while exploring the duality of who they are both on social media and in real life. The brands share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that allow consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates approximately 730 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites www.abercrombie.com, www.abercrombiekids.com, www.hollisterco.com, www.gillyhicks.com and www.socialtourist.com. Working at A&F Co. We strive to create inclusive, welcoming, omni-channel experiences for our global customers. Every day, our associates show up and empower one another to stay curious and push boundaries. We hold our work and our ideas to the highest caliber, and ourselves to the highest character. We coach, mentor, care, and bring our best selves every day, because we are in this together. Whether you lead yourself, a team, or the company, everyone has a voice at A&F Co.
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