Purpose
The Technical Designer role is responsible for tracking the design brief pack with the vendor, ensuring quality standards are met throughout. This role actively troubleshoots with stakeholders as technical issues arise, presenting options and solutions aligned to the brand objectives.
Key Accountabilities
* Provide technical advice and support to the team regarding styling and fitting requirements
* Ensure adherence to critical path timeframes, providing consistent communication to the Design/Product Development teams, especially when variances are anticipated
* Pre-measure, QC check, steam, and hang all samples prior to fitting sessions. Identify variances and workmanship or construction issues and clearly communicate them during the session
* Ensure all fit comments and construction changes are accurately captured and filed into the technical design pack after each fitting session.
* Ownership of fit, including measuring charts and Fit block
* Ensure products are produced according to technical specifications, such as material requirements, dimensions, and tolerances
* Maintain detailed records of product specifications, testing results, and quality control measures
* Review and approve fabric lab test reports and care labels and communicate changes to supplier
* Ensure that products meet regulatory and safety requirements, such as product labeling and packaging.
Key Capabilities
* Relevant tertiary qualification in design or similar
* Proven product development and garment tech experience, particularly with apparel design and manufacturing
* High level of attention to detail, ensuring precision in product development and quality assurance
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, facilitating effective collaboration with team members and suppliers
* Pattern making experience
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD software.
Why work for CRG?
The Country Road Group is one of Australasia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer:
* Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
* Seasonal clothing allowance
* An additional day of leave for your birthday
* An Industry leading Parental Leave Program
* Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
* Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team
* Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
* We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly.
About Country Road
As Australia's favourite lifestyle brand, beloved around the world, we deliver timeless Australian style that is designed for life and made to last.