*This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Richmond, CA. In-office expectation is 3 days a week*
ABOUT THE POSITION
We’re seeking an Outerwear II at Mountain Hardwear to support the design team with new styles and creating technical sketches of assigned apparel and accessory products, in collaboration with cross-functional partners. They will work closely with design and product development to ensure design integrity, quality, and accuracy. Ensures development of products within established timelines, and may offer creative alternatives to basic design issues that have downstream impacts. Creates seasonal color CAD books for cross-functional partners, and interacts with cross-functional partners on a variety of other tasks.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Designs and presents new apparel sketches for assigned styles that meet the needs of consumers, resulting in sales and growth for the company.
Creates, maintains, and provides accurate apparel and accessory technical illustrations and construction details for more complex products throughout the development season. This includes a higher volume of technical sportswear product and/or outerwear products.
Creates original color CAD artwork, consisting of color blocking, graphic placement, print, pattern and texture fills, that is production ready for catalog as well as for visual presentations. This includes building seasonal CAD books for internal customers.
Utilizes discretion and knowledge of the design process from concept to pre-production and garment construction. Independently identifies potential design issues that may impact the manufacturing process and proactively develops and presents alternative solutions.
Accurately enters all pertinent color information into the Bill of Materials in PDM, including fabric and trim color information, ensuring brand standards are maintained.
Attends style reviews and fit sessions for assigned category, and ensures sketches are updated in a timely manner based on feedback received.
Meets calendar deadlines, ensuring all work objectives and project milestones are met accurately and efficiently. Guides newer team members as necessary.
YOU ARE
Passionate about the outdoors, camping, hiking, and climbing and a user of outdoor products.
Knowledgeable about apparel design.
Excited about creativity, collaboration, and exploration.
YOU HAVE
Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience.
Typically requires 2-4 years of professional experience, and general proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures to accomplish the job.
Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience with course work in apparel design, textile, manufacturing, graphics or related experience.
Typically requires 3-5 years of work experience in apparel design/development or related field OR equivalent work experience in the apparel industry. Experience with outdoor industry and apparel category preferred
Requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
Solid knowledge of fabrics and trims associated with the development process.
Solid knowledge of general design process from concept to pre-production and garment construction methods.
Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with a focus on Illustrator. Solid skillset in Microsoft Office Suite.
Proactive and resourceful work style. Able to anticipate potential problems and suggest possible solutions to manager.
Ability to consistently prioritize multiple projects and thrive under pressure to meet strict timelines.
Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills; interacts in a professional manner with various levels of management and employees within the organization, as well as vendors and employees worldwide.
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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
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