apparel patternmaker

NIKE

<div>NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world&rsquo;s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. We seek hands-on experts who thrive on experimentation through making, infusing the Bowerman spirit into every act of making, driving progress through curiosity and craft. Our culture rewards curiosity, imagination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. At Nike, it&rsquo;s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO YOU&rsquo;LL WORK WITH
In this role, you will report directly to the Director, Craft Design &ndash; Apparel Design Excellence. You will partner closely with Apparel Design Excellence, Materials Design, In-Line Apparel Design, Apparel Innovation, Product Development, and Technical Design teams. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to align pattern solutions with performance, style, and manufacturing requirements, and contribute to building a shared language and toolkit for design excellence in pattern work.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an Expert Designer, Creative Pattern Maker who leads creative pattern development across innovation platforms and key Fields of Play. You will translate early design concepts into 2D/3D patterns that reflect elevated form, fit, and aesthetic intent, and explore and prototype new construction methods, silhouettes, and proportion systems. The ideal candidate is a form-led pattern expert with advanced manual and digital pattern making skills, deep knowledge of fit, grading, and body dynamics, and hands-on experience with both digital and physical prototyping tools. You are a problem solver, innovator, and team collaborator who adapts fluidly between blue sky thinking and technical execution.<ul><li>
12+ years of experience in creative pattern making across performance apparel, fashion, or both</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to translate design intent into form-led patterns</li><li>
Experience working in cross-functional product creation teams (Design, Development, Innovation, etc.)</li><li>
Proven ability to problem-solve within tight timelines and shifting priorities</li><li>
Hands-on experience with both digital and physical prototyping tools</li><li>
Advanced pattern making (manual and digital; 2D and 3D)</li><li>
Knowledge of fit, grading, and body dynamics across diverse athlete and consumer types</li><li>
Familiarity with motion-based and sculptural construction principles</li><li>
Expertise in tools such as Clo3D, Gerber, or Lectra</li><li>
Ability to iterate quickly through prototyping and testing</li><li>
Strong visualization and communication skills</li></ul>
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL WORK ON
In this role, you will shape the future of apparel through form&mdash;crafting new standards of fit, silhouette, and construction at the intersection of performance, innovation, and style. You will:<ul><li>
Lead creative pattern development across innovation platforms and key Fields of Play</li><li>
Translate early design concepts into 2D/3D patterns that reflect elevated form, fit, and aesthetic intent</li><li>
Explore and prototype new construction methods, silhouettes, and proportion systems</li><li>
Support seasonal priorities by delivering refined patterns for athlete-tested and consumer-ready product</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align pattern solutions with performance, style, and manufacturing requirements</li><li>
Contribute to building a shared language and toolkit for design excellence in pattern work</li></ul>
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.</div>

Expert Designer, Creative Pattern Making – Apparel Design Excellence

The Apparel Designer creates activewear collections for our private label and licensed sport events. The role focuses on combining fresh design ideas with functionality, making sure each product fits market trends, customer needs, and licensing guidelinesResponsibilities:<ul><li>Ensuring product agrees with business strategy: evaluate sales report and market trends for correct range forecast and SKU planning.</li></ul><ul><li>Selecting fabrics and trims and framing ideas into technical design sheets for development. &bull; Tracing development process via communication with manufacturers.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborating with the Design Manager to ensure development packages and designs are accurate. &bull; Reviewing product for style and fit during presentation.</li></ul><ul><li>Presenting stories, mood, color boards, and samples to internal and external teams.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicating to vendors all pending questions to achieve efficient development and production.</li></ul><ul><li>Focusing on the commercial side of the product to achieve company goals.</li></ul>Qualifications, Experience and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Fashion Design.</li></ul><ul><li>5-7 years&rsquo; experience designing activewear for men, women, and children.</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (including CADs, TDS, Keynote), with strong hand drawing ability.</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of GCC textile market processes required.</li></ul><ul><li>Strong garment construction knowledge and understanding of mass market documentation flow.</li></ul><ul><li>Previous experience with AI application tools is an advantage.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Apparel designer - Activewear

Skechers

<div>WHO WE ARE: 
Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers&mdash;the Comfort Technology Company&reg;&mdash;has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand. 
 
ABOUT THE ROLE: 
The Senior Technical Designer is responsible for the fit commercialization process; from initial concept through to production for assigned product classifications, ensuring on time development and delivery according to critical dates. You will track and facilitate prototyping for styles; identify and address key issues and challenges in construction/manufacturing and plans accordingly to deliver quality products. The Senior Technical Designer will collaborate closely with other department leaders, building strong relationships with Design, Costing, Materials, and Product Merchandising teams.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:<ul><li>
Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills.</li><li>
Strong ability to manage multiple projects and proactively address challenges.</li><li>
Experience interpreting design intent and offering alternative solutions.</li><li>
Experience writing product specs, grading rules, and construction standards instructions; in partnership with their manager.</li><li>
Manage the maintenance of all specs and grades from the initial set up through production (Proto&rsquo;s, Size Sets, TOPs, etc)</li><li>
Strong experience working with factory vendors and overseas counterparts to ensure clear understanding of style development needs.</li><li>
Leads fit sessions for assigned category (measures garments /reviews and identifies fit issues proactively).</li><li>
Communicates all fit and construction related comments to the vendor and internal teams within development and production timelines.</li><li>
Established in partnership with their manager fit standards, construction standards and blocks to ensure fit consistency and quality.</li><li>
Strong ability to correct patterns as needed.</li><li>
Works to improve fit and quality through review of customers comments, sales feedback and understanding of competition.</li><li>
Responsible for managing and hitting all deadlines along with communicating any potential delays to manager.</li><li>
Maintain full understanding of assigned styles and historical issues.</li><li>
Strong understanding of fabrications and how they react with silhouettes.</li><li>
Responsible for maintaining consistency in fit for assigned product classifications.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with domestic and overseas teams.</li></ul>
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:<ul><li>
Expert level patternmaker; strong working knowledge of patternmaking software (Gerber).</li><li>
Expert level understanding of garment construction.</li><li>
Strong problem solver.</li><li>
Strong ability to build relationships based on trust &amp; respect.</li><li>
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written.</li><li>
Computer proficiency; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), PLM (Product Life Management) system, Adobe Illustrator and Gerber.</li></ul>
REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree.</li><li>
Minimum 8+ years&rsquo; experience in Technical Apparel Design.</li><li>
Adaptable with the ability to handle pressure and changing priorities with a can-do attitude.</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>
The pay range for this position is $110,000-$120,000/yr USD.
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500&reg; brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do &ndash; delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent over 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good. 
Equal Employment Opportunity 
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law. 
Reasonable Accommodation 
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com. 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.</div>

Sr. Technical Designer

PUMA Group

<div>
 SPEED &amp; SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
 
 
 
 YOUR MISSION:
 
 
 
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 Guidance and support of certified inspectors
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 Monitor quality level, improvement of quality
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 Risen factor management and staff on PUMA standards.
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 Daily and weekly inspection reports.
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 Cross check reports
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 To monitor and improve quality of all Puma order and production environment
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 Spend as much time as possible in production lines working on Puma products
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 Proactively work with the factories on improved execution of product
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 Train management and staff on Puma standards
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 Support the regional branch in quality initiatives
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 Train and monitor factory QC to execute AQL inspections
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 Cross check results and improve performance of AQL
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 Manage Quality
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 Manage Quality systems, make sure factories follow the system
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 Provide training, guidelines, communication
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 Audit process and system
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 Provide standard to quality system
 
 
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 Key Objectives
 
 
 
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 Managing and upgrading Factories Quality performance and production capabilities
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 Quality performance measurement reports and data analysis
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 Managing customer complaints and CAP
 
 
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 YOUR TALENT:
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
 University or College gradated preferably in related discipline (Textiles and Clothing, Quality Management)
 
 
 Specialized knowledge: Quality Management, Lean manufacturing, Industrial Engineering
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
 Abilities &amp; Other characteristics such as personal characteristics:
 
 
 
 Good team player
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 
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 5 to 10 years&rsquo; experience in Quality management, Technical dept or production control in sourcing office or manufacturers.
 
 
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 PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
 
 
 PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
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Manager Quality Apparel

CHIC LE FRIQUE FASHION LLC

About Chic Le FriqueChic Le Frique is a premium online fashion company offering sophisticated, trend-led womenswear with a focus on chic resort and occasion pieces. With a fast-growing presence in the fashion e-commerce space, we are committed to delivering exceptional design, fit, and quality across all collections.Role Overview:<ul><li>Develop accurate, high-quality patterns for new designs according to sketches and measurements</li><li>Work closely with the design and sampling teams to ensure perfect fit and finish</li><li>Adjust and refine patterns based on fittings and production feedback</li><li>Manage and maintain a library of manual and digital patterns</li><li>Ensure production feasibility and consistency across all styles</li></ul>Skills &amp; Experience Required<ul><li>Minimum 5 years of experience as a Pattern Maker in a fashion brand or production house</li><li>Strong understanding of garment construction, draping, and grading</li><li>Expertise in manual pattern making; knowledge of CAD systems is a plus</li><li>Keen eye for detail and precision in every stitch and seam</li><li>Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing fashion brand.</li><li>A creative and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Career growth within an expanding global e-commerce business.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li></ul>How to Apply:Send your CV and portfolio, to careers@chiclefrique.com with the subject line Master Pattern Maker Application.Job Type: Full-time

Master Pattern Maker - Womenswear

Reliance Retail

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 JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for driving sales, profitability, visual merchandising, and customer satisfaction within the apparel department.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Achieve revenue, gross margin, and sales targets for the apparel department.
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 Manage inventory levels, minimize shrinkage, and control expenses to improve profitability.
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 Implement and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and visual merchandising guidelines for effective product presentation.
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 Recruit, train, and develop apparel department staff on product knowledge, selling techniques, and customer service best practices.
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 Gather and analyse consumer feedback to identify areas for improvement and enhance customer satisfaction levels.
 
 
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 Key Skills And Competencies
 
 
 
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 Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
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 Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and manage a team effectively.
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 Customer-centric approach and strong problem-solving skills.
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 Proficiency in data analysis, numerical skills, and financial metrics.
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 In-depth knowledge of apparel retail operations, merchandising techniques, and sales strategies.
 
 
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 Qualifications And Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Retail Management, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
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 Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in apparel retail operations or department management roles.
 
 
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 Keywords: Apparel Retail Store Manager, Apparel Store Operations, People Management, Customer Service, Retail Clusters, Apparel Merchandising, Apparel Inventory Management, Apparel Sales Performance, Fashion Retail, Hospitality, Leadership, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Innovation, Creativity, Process Orientation, Business Acumen, Market Knowledge.
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Assistant Store Manager

STORE MANAGER

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