Assistant Technical Designer

Overview

About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. About ExpressExpress is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. About BonobosOur Bonobos menswear brand is known for being a style instigator and offering perfect-fit risks through our innovative retail model and personalized experience. Launched online in 2007 with its signature line of chinos, Bonobos now offers a variety of styles available to order online and to try on at any one of our 50 Guideshop locations and at www.bonobos.com. Our Guideshops are in-real-life stores that deliver one-on-one service and expert fit advice. Don't think traditional retail, Bonobos is something you haven't seen before.

Location Name New York Office

Responsibilities

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Assistant Technical Designer supports the execution of garment construction standards, fit development, and sample tracking across assigned product categories, performing essential tasks with full support / supervision from the team and leader. The Assistant helps coordinate & assist in cross functional fit sessions, mitigate risks, track samples & manage calendar / workflow for specified garment category or categories.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sample & Workflow Management: Manages administrative sample tracking, package log-ins, and fit session preparation, supporting task requests delegated by Technical Designers.
• Fit Session Execution: Assists during live fit sessions by measuring garments, taking accurate notes, and capturing visual documentation under direct guidance from Technical Designers.
• Specification & Data Entry: Enters garment specifications, fit updates, and photo comments into PLM systems under direct supervision, maintaining entry accuracy.
• Vendor Communication: Relays routine fit comments and spec adjustments to global vendors after review and approval from Technical Designers. Utilizes PLM system, Adobe Creative Cloud, 3D, & Vendor virtual sampling capabilities as needed to expedite & clearly communicate garment specifications & changes.
• Team Support: Maintains category fit lists and sample archives to streamline fit preparation for Technical Designers and cross-functional teams.
• Upholds & improves department specific technical standards, record keeping, processes, procedures & tools.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Years of experience: 0-3 years Technical Design experience within the apparel industry.
• Education: Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Basic communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal).
• Demonstrates basic understanding of apparel factory operations & patternmaking fundamentals.
• Displays capacity to be agile & adapt well to change.
• Understands the importance of & accepts responsibility for partnering with leadership to conduct a risk assessment at all stages of product development.
• Propensity for taking a solution oriented approach, embracing collaboration & accepting responsibility.
• Shows capacity to manage & follow through on a task from start to finish within a specified timeline.
• Basic eye for Design aesthetic details.
• Basic understanding of PLM, Adobe Creative Cloud, Patternmaking software, 3D systems, Google / Microsoft Suite.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate’s health and long-term financial security including:

• Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
• Merchandise discount
• Paid Time Off
• Parental leave for new moms and dads

For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.

Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.

Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.

Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.

EARLY ENTRY

Pay Range $55,200 - $73,400 Closing

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States. PHOENIX does not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this position.

An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.