NOTE: This position is offered as a hybrid role in the Seattle, WA area. You must be willing to work in office at the Nordstrom Seattle office a minimum of 4 days/week in order to be considered for this position.
As the Manager of Technical Design you will support a team of technical designers that range in level from Senior to Assistant. You and your team are responsible for the fit integrity of a division of our Nordstrom private brands (either Women’s or Men’s and Kids) through fit consistency and construction. This position reports to the Director of Technical Design and is based in our Seattle headquarters office.
A day in the life…
- Manage the development and maintenance of consistent size and fit standards, grade rules and tolerances
- Manage and partner with appropriate resources to develop and maintain complete spec packs, blocks and patterns
- Develop and manage calendar and ensure product requirements are met for a timely delivery
- Partner with factories to train the brand standards and ensure they are being met in production
- Ensure final fit of products meet brand requirements
- Research and resolve issues using appropriate resources and take corrective actions to prevent future undesirable outcomes
- Hire and supervise an efficient and effective team that understands and interprets designs accurately and meets the needs of each functional area
- Coach team through performance feedback, goal-setting and development plans
You own this if you have…
- 7+ years of Apparel Technical Design experience, required; Pattern Engineering experience, preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
- 2+ years in a leadership role, developing and mentoring teams with a strong business acumen and experience creating actionable team goals that provide clarity and direction enabling others to execute
- Advanced knowledge of fit, establishing grade rules, block creation and pattern making with a thorough understanding of garment build, construction, and manufacturing process
- Knowledge of 3D (Browzwear, Clo or comparable program), PLM and Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop and Gerber
- Full accountability of functional responsibilities and problem-solving expertise with flexibility and adaptability to support changing needs of the business
- Ability to maintain pulse on current environment of the organization and strong communication & negotiation skills to help reach best possible outcomes
- Willingness and ability to travel domestic and international
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Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside virtual care and mental health support. Additional protections like disability coverage, life/AD&D, and accounts such as HSA/FSA further strengthen the overall health-and-protection offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a defined employer match structure and access to additional financial programs like an employee stock purchase plan. Commuter accounts, transit subsidies, and adoption assistance add to the overall financial support beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-away benefits include PTO accrual, paid holidays, bereavement leave, parental and bonding leave, and a sabbatical program after tenure. PTO sharing and donation options expand flexibility in how time off can be used and supported across colleagues.
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