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Technical Designer
Stitch Fix
San Francisco, CA, United States
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About the Team
The Stitch Fix Men’s Technical Design team is obsessed with getting our clients into their best fitting clothes. But we think about technical design a little differently than most companies. We respect the tradition of technical design while flexing its use in new and innovative ways. We believe that technical design should not be a black box and strive to make our work accessible to our business partners. We nerd out on details and have lengthy discussions about pull lines. And, last but not least, we have a sense of humor about ourselves, our work, and each other.
About the Role
Stitch Fix is looking for an experienced Technical Designer who enjoys weaving creative problem solving with technical accuracy to create amazing product. As part of the Men’s Technical Design team, this person will serve as an integral member helping to ensure proper execution for all styles. You will be responsible for spec-ing and developing product that leverages client feedback to provide the best quality product for all Stitch Fix Men’s clients. You will have the unique opportunity to hone category specific expertise across the product development process and gain an understanding of the overall market place for that category.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you will…
• Take full ownership of a product category, including conducting competitor research and establishing fit blocks
• Create, maintain and update Tech Packs and communicate changes to external vendor partners
• Conduct fittings for product category and recommend all necessary changes or updates to product fit
• Leverage client feedback to establish fit consistency, determine trouble areas and implement product action plans
• Work with Point of Measures (POM) data gathering team on team training, accuracy and process updates
• Conduct and analyze market research to extract trends in fit, sizing and construction to gain additional insight and improve the overall product
• Analyze and extract trends in silhouette, fit and construction options using market research and data
• Suggest improvements to existing tem and functional processes
We’re excited about you because…
• You have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an apparel manufacturing, fashion design or textiles related field, with 4+ years of apparel technical design experience
• You have identified problems with tech pack communication or structure and made improvements to the process
• You have worked with a vendor to pinpoint the root issue of a garment problem and move forward to resolution
• You are well versed in identifying and resolving product fit issues
• You are fluent in category grading standards
• You have strong knowledge of construction, including seam types, closures, finishes, trim application, impact of wash and wear, and production finishing
• You have a deep understanding of fibers and fabrications
• You possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• You are comfortable communicating with a variety of cross-functional business partners and exhibit the utmost professionalism in every interaction
• You are an excellent multi tasker and are extremely detailed oriented
• You are a creative problem solver and possess a strong sense of urgency
• You are independent and able to work with little direction
Why you will love working at Stitch Fix
• We’re a successful, fast-growing company with a start-up work vibe
• A technologically and data-driven business
• Competitive salaries, generous equity and comprehensive health benefits
• We’re at the forefront of tech and fashion, redefining retail for the next generation
• We’re passionate about our clients and live/breathe the client experience
• We get to be creative on a daily basis
• A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right & is open to new ideas
• We believe in autonomy & reward taking initiative
• We have fun! A fully-stocked snack & drink pantry, regular happy hours, lunch-and-learns, all-hands meetings and fun events.