Coldwater Creek
Director Apparel Technical Design & Quality
Coldwater Creek, New York, New York, United States,
Be your best self – join the team at Coldwater Creek!At Coldwater Creek, we believe that every woman – at every stage – should look and feel her very best. Like her, our brand is rich with spirit and promise. We’re committed to bringing her unexpected and extraordinary styles that fit her life, so she can always be her best self.
We feel the same way about our team. At Coldwater Creek, we have exciting and rewarding career opportunities at all levels. We’re an omnichannel retailer serving customers online and through our catalogs. Together with our talented team, we continue building on our rich history of unique style and outstanding customer service.
Working at Coldwater CreekMedical, dental, and vision insurance first of the month following start dateCompetitive salariesHybrid work model401(k) Retirement Plan MatchEmployee discountsGenerous PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave
RESPONSIBILITIES:Technical Design-Develop, implement, and maintain day-to-day operations for technical teams to provide guidance and leadership to ensure understanding of quality and fit expectations.Oversees timely operational functions related to product technical packages, fit development, evaluation and construction and timely pre-production approvals.Partners with cross-functional production teams to ensure that fit approvals are prioritized, and calendar milestones are met.Drive fit and construction consistency through all categories.Execution of Design vision using block patterns.Review and update grading and construction standards as needed.Quality-Develop, implement, and maintain policies pertaining to Quality and Process.Sets annual goals and objectives to drive consistent improvement in quality assurance process and procedure as it relates to the delivery of product.Communicate accordingly with direct suppliers as to the requirements of product.Joint accountability for overall return rates and reasons for return, customer feedback, fit and performance of garments, overseas and domestic inspection performance.Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS10+ years industry experience in apparel industry with thorough knowledge of fit and fabricationProven project management skills.Able to develop & manage external and internal KPI’s (i.e., vendor compliance, on time performance, etc.).Proficient in Microsoft Office products including PLM systems, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.2D / 3D knowledge is a plus.Proven success in nurturing strong cross functional partnerships, driving business results and inspiring a culture of collaboration and accountability.Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
We feel the same way about our team. At Coldwater Creek, we have exciting and rewarding career opportunities at all levels. We’re an omnichannel retailer serving customers online and through our catalogs. Together with our talented team, we continue building on our rich history of unique style and outstanding customer service.
Working at Coldwater CreekMedical, dental, and vision insurance first of the month following start dateCompetitive salariesHybrid work model401(k) Retirement Plan MatchEmployee discountsGenerous PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave
RESPONSIBILITIES:Technical Design-Develop, implement, and maintain day-to-day operations for technical teams to provide guidance and leadership to ensure understanding of quality and fit expectations.Oversees timely operational functions related to product technical packages, fit development, evaluation and construction and timely pre-production approvals.Partners with cross-functional production teams to ensure that fit approvals are prioritized, and calendar milestones are met.Drive fit and construction consistency through all categories.Execution of Design vision using block patterns.Review and update grading and construction standards as needed.Quality-Develop, implement, and maintain policies pertaining to Quality and Process.Sets annual goals and objectives to drive consistent improvement in quality assurance process and procedure as it relates to the delivery of product.Communicate accordingly with direct suppliers as to the requirements of product.Joint accountability for overall return rates and reasons for return, customer feedback, fit and performance of garments, overseas and domestic inspection performance.Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS10+ years industry experience in apparel industry with thorough knowledge of fit and fabricationProven project management skills.Able to develop & manage external and internal KPI’s (i.e., vendor compliance, on time performance, etc.).Proficient in Microsoft Office products including PLM systems, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.2D / 3D knowledge is a plus.Proven success in nurturing strong cross functional partnerships, driving business results and inspiring a culture of collaboration and accountability.Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.