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About us

Our founder, Lena Bryant didn't set out to change fashion forever, but that's exactly what she did. 120 years later, Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression, you'll be at home here.

About the position

The Technical Designer is responsible for facilitating the transition of apparel styles from design concept and first prototype to a final, production ready prototype. Collaborates with Sr. Tech Designer, sourcing, product development, design and merchandising to ensure the fit, quality, delivery and business practices are achieved and upheld.

The impact you can have

• Translates the design concept developed by Design/Merchandising into specification packages which detail garment measurements, design features and construction requirements to communicate to the vendor.

• Evaluates samples for fit, measurement, pattern shaping, and functionality to ensure fit and proper styling. 

• Provides technical direction, internally and externally, on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit standards.  Utilizes written comments, sketches, photos or pattern making as needed to communicate.

• Takes ownership for final fit and styling partnering with Product Development/Design/Merchandising/Sourcing/Quality.

• Issues grading guidelines to vendors during fit approval.

• Represents the voice of the customer for fit and garment construction in meetings and written communication; is the guardian for the customer profile relating to fit detail

• Develop standards for product fits with focus placed on functionality and silhouette

• Collaborate with overseas vendors to manage the garment sampling process

You’ll bring to the role

• A minimum 4-6 years of experience in technical design positions either in women’s fashion apparel retailing or manufacturing industry leaders, plus size experience preferred

• Bachelor's degree in fashion design, product development, textiles

• Working knowledge of pattern making, garment construction, exposure to garment manufacturing

• Excellent computer skills, including experience using Excel, Web PDM, Illustrator, PLM and/or other on-line specification packages

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.

• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands    

• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*   

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Time off – paid time off & holidays* 

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. 

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Location:

LB OH Corp Office-LaneBryant-New Albany, OH 43054

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.