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Peter Millar · 1 month ago

G/FORE Associate Technical Designer

G/FORE is a company that values passion and customer focus, and they are seeking an Associate Technical Designer to ensure their apparel collections meet high standards of fit, construction, and quality. This role involves leading the technical fit process and collaborating with various teams to deliver premium garments that reflect the brand’s ethos.

ApparelE-CommerceFashionLeisureProduct Design

Responsibilities

Drive the fit approval process from design inception through bulk production
Collaborate with Design and Product Development to establish and maintain core fit blocks and graded specs
Manage fittings, document detailed notes, and update tech packs with accurate fit comments
Create precise technical illustrations to communicate construction changes to factories
Develop and/or correct patterns as needed to maintain design integrity
Partner with production teams and vendors on quality control, testing, and compliance
Monitor critical path timelines to ensure on-time approvals and ex-factory dates
Mentor and guide Associate and Assistant Technical Designers to maintain workflow efficiency

Qualification

Garment fit analysisPattern developmentTechnical specificationsAdobe IllustratorMicrosoft ExcelPLM systemsDigital workflow toolsProblem-solvingCommunicationOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

5–7 years' experience as a technical designer with expertise in men's and women's apparel
Background in textiles and garment construction
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel
Strong knowledge of pattern making and grading
Expertise in garment fit analysis and pattern development
Ability to create and manage accurate technical specs and grade rules
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Excel for tech pack management
Strong problem-solving skills to address construction and fit challenges
Effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams
Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred

Knowledge of PLM systems and digital workflow tools
Experience with PLM systems

Company

Peter Millar

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PeterMillar.com for luxury menswear, womenswear, outerwear, button downs, shoes, accessories, and performance apparel.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2012-09-21Acquired

Leadership Team

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Chet Sikorsky
Co-Founder

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