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We're a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self-expression around the world.
Where we lead, others follow. For more than 160 years, we've used the strength of our brands to lead with our values and make an outsized impact on the world. We employ more than 15,000 people globally to support our great brands: Levi's, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co. and Beyond Yoga.
As Garment Developer you will ensure the execution of design concepts, including the technical requirements, is delivered from the sketch/prototype stage through the "manufacture ready" package stage within established deadlines.
About the Job –
- Develop technical specification packages for Bottoms, Woven/Knit Tops, Outerwear, and Sweaters.
- Create patterns for proto development within designated consumer groups.
- Ensure adherence to quality and safety requirements for each product.
- Establish partnerships with Head Office technical teams to clarify pattern work and fit requirements.
- Collaborate with the Technical team to maintain fit and measurement standards.
- Maintain strict adherence to project deadlines.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market demands, and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
- Assist in pre-production activities, including supporting fit reviews.
- Coordinate with factories to manage development sample production.
- Effectively communicate product and design information to designers, merchandisers, and factories.
- Track development sample/mock-up status and ensure timely completion.
- Work closely with factories on-site during development stages.
- Facilitate sample reviews and approvals by sending samples to designers.
- Participate in design meetings to identify modification requirements.
- Offer guidance to the design team on modifications to meet price and design specifications.
- Identify and analyze trends relevant to the brand and its competitors.
- Research new design concepts from diverse sources such as tradeshows, the Internet, and fashion practitioners.
- Gather market information and samples to inform design decisions and future product development.
- Manage and update sample, hanger, and trend libraries regularly.
- Provide technical advice to production merchandisers on design-related production issues.
Qualifications & experience -
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Textile Engineering is preferrable.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in product development in apparel industry
- Proven tracking and production experience and experience in buying/trading office or manufacturing environment.
- Sound knowledge in garment construction, cutting, sewing and finishing.
- Experience with manual or computer aided pattern-making and grading drawing, flat sketching, or Illustrator drawing experience.
- Experience in Tops technical design or outerwear experience preferred.
- Expertise staging models, preparing fit meetings, conducting fit sessions and updating all patterns and specification documentation in required systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, CAD, PLM and Gerber Fit, and CLO.
- Analytical and problem solving ability.
- High integrity and business ethics. Must demonstrate a positive and helpful demeanor with passion & high integrity and interest in LS&Co.
LOCATION
The Glass House, Level-5, Plot SE(B) 2, 38 Gulshan Avenue Dhaka- 1212 Bangladesh
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time