General Summary
The Sr. Technical Designer is responsible for all areas of the technical design process. This position supports the Wholesale Apparel business.
The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the technical design lifecycle, from initial development through pre-production approval
- Generate technical specification packages. Analyze and evaluate samples for spec, pattern and construction. Partner with Designers to understand and execute the design concept / fit intent, while ensuring that samples are optimized for bulk production
- Conduct fit evaluations on live models to analyze balance and fit. Provide recommendations for adjustments. Capture team feedback and process fit comments accordingly
- Clearly communicate all fit, quality, and construction corrections to overseas partners through written comments, photographs, diagrams, and pattern corrections.
- Proactively identify and resolve production, quality, and costing issues
- Track and manage workflow
- Manage daily correspondence with overseas factories
- Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience as a Technical Designer preferred
- Extensive knowledge of garment construction and pattern making
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with cross functional partners
- Strong time management and multitasking skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, self-motivated, problem-solver with excellent attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Illustrator
- Experience in the junior market a plus
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $100,000-$110,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.
Top Skills
What We Do
Steven Madden, Ltd. is globally recognized as a leading company in the fashion industry. What began as a modest $1100 investment in 1990 has developed into one of the most iconic brands in footwear. From a factory in Queens, NY, Steve Madden has revolutionized the shoe industry, merging years of experience with unique and creative designs. Inspired by rock and roll and his NY roots, Steve’s vision to provide on-trend women and men with an outlet to express their individuality is innovative, daring, and inspiring. Steve’s innate understanding of trends and unparalleled willpower have resulted in millions of customers worldwide and propelled his designs to the forefront of fashion.
In addition to marketing products under its own brands including Steve Madden®, Kurt Geiger London®, Dolce Vita®, Betsey Johnson®, Carvela®, Blondo® and ATM®, Steve Madden licenses footwear, handbags and other accessory categories for the Anne Klein® brand. In addition, Steve Madden designs and sources products under private label brand names for various retailers. Steve Madden’s wholesale distribution includes department stores, mass merchants, off-price retailers, shoe chains, online retailers, national chains, specialty retailers and independent stores. Steve Madden also directly operates brick-and-mortar retail stores and e-commerce websites. In addition, Steve Madden licenses certain of its brands to third parties for the marketing and sale of certain products in the apparel, accessory, and home categories.
With an emphasis on retail, wholesale, licensing and international business, there's a constant need for new ideas and versatility. Our environment is extremely fast paced and requires associates to maintain a balance of energy and professionalism. Steve Madden is about fashion-forward product and great people. Our employees are energized, intelligent and passionate about our business and committed to providing excellent customer service.
