Manager, Technical, Close-To-Body
Core
Strategically oversee end-to-end technical development for men's and women's underwear, active wear, outerwear, and loungewear to ensure fit excellence, quality, and brand integrity.
Role type
Manager, Technical Development (Apparel)
Builds
Men's and women's underwear, active wear, outerwear, sweater, and loungewear
Domain
Fashion Apparel / Technical Development
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Fit strategy, pattern innovation, grading logic, construction optimization, quality assurance, team leadership, cross-functional alignment, process improvement, digital tool proficiency
Preferred skills
3D fitting tools, digital product creation, swimwear/lingerie/performance wear expertise
Technologies
PLM systems, Lectra, 3D fitting tools, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Lead technical development function and guide garment technicians; Ensure consistency in fit comments and documentation across systems; Oversee sample T&A management and vendor engagement; Drive SOP evolution and implementation; Lead vendor training and accreditation programs; Manage resource planning and resolve high-impact technical issues
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership