Nike · 1 day ago
Lead Technical Designer, FBAT & Golf Apparel, Global Jordan
Beaverton, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expNike is a global leader in athletic apparel and footwear, and they are seeking a Lead Technical Designer for their Jordan Apparel division. The role involves collaborating with various teams to oversee the fit and construction of apparel products from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleProduct DesignRetailSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Design, Product Management, PCC, materials, quality, color and manufacturing to effectively execute on product development & fit goal deliverables
Support the team with technical recommendations that serve athletes and consumers and communicate issues or offer solutions in a fast-paced environment
Own the fit and construction from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned styles to lead to on-time development and delivery according to critical dates, product specification, and sustainability, performance and profitability goals
Keep abreast of market trends, team goals, new technologies and consumer needs throughout the development process and engage appropriately to ensure projects are completed within corporate guidelines and goals for all facets of product creation
Act as a technical resource to others, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the full scope of product creation, leading initiatives through high energy, and positively influencing the team with best practices
Create and update Tech Packs for PCC and factory partners including measurements, construction sketches and graphic placements
Hold proto review sessions and write comments, as well as drive & execute fit and construction standards for your product group to ensure consistency
Track and request prototypes for your styles, meet calendar target dates, attend meetings that relate to your product’s development and communicate progress and challenges to your team as needed
Identify and address key challenges in construction/manufacturing and plan accordingly to deliver proven and tested product. Monitor and communicate progress throughout the product testing process to meet product integrity requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in apparel design, textile science or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience & training
A minimum of 6 years directly relevant work experience
Experience with the apparel development process from inception through production including pattern making, grading, construction materials, costing, manufacturing and quality
Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills
Experience interpreting design intent, offering alternative solutions, and acting as a technical resource
Expert in writing product specs and construction standards instructions
Proficient working with factory vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability
Ability to manage multiple projects
Proficiency with MS Office programs
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (domestic and international)
Preferred
Experience using Adobe Illustrator, CAD Pattern Design software (Optitex) and 3D software (Clo/Browzwear) highly desired
Benefits
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed.
Company
Nike
Nike is a retail brand that provides the sale of apparel, footwear, sports equipment, and accessory products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$239MKey Investors
Pershing Square Capital Management
2024-08-17Post Ipo Equity· $239M
1980-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
Elliott Hill
President and Chief Executive Officer
Muge Erdirik Dogan
EVP & Chief Technology Officer, NIKE, Inc.
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