Gap Inc.

Technical Designer, Women's


PayCompetitive
LocationRemote
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R182469

      About the Role

      In this role, you will be accountable for maintaining and executing design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, that aligns to our customers' needs. You will be a strong collaborator and influencer with cross functional partners and vendors and be able to translate design concepts into specifications for costing and first prototypes, by leveraging fit camps and maintaining overall customer fit consistency. You will be responsible for providing direction to global sourcing teams to expand vendor capabilities and troubleshoot fit issues, as needed.

      What You'll Do

      • Oversee the development of pattern blocks and to achieve optimal and consistent fit

      • Manage the development and maintenance of tech packs throughout the line creation process

      • Provide guidance and recommendations on vendor readiness and fit empowerment

      Who You Are

      • Significant technical design experience with fabric and garment construction, pattern/blocks and manufacturing processes

      • Establish and maintain an effective industry network, regularly benchmarking and actively participating in industry association working committees

      • Demonstrate a sound understanding of design, merchandising, and product development priorities

      • Prior experience working in an apparel retail company

      • Anticipate operational/program issues and develops preventative measures

  • About the company

      Gap Inc. is the largest specialty retailer in the United States, and is 3rd in total international locations, behind Inditex Group and H&M. As of September 2008, the company has approximately 135,000 employees and operates 3,727 stores worldwide, of which 2,406 are located in the U.S.