Lead fit and construction strategy for Women's Outerwear, Blazers, and Non-Denim Bottoms, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetic, cost targets, and functional requirements.
An advanced understanding and practical application of garment construction, patternmaking, alterations, and grading.
An expert in Fit, Construction, and Quality; strong understanding of the brand and customer; one who can consistently execute to a high level of aesthetic, cost, and functional requirements.
Effective use of PLM software or Tech Pack Management system
Responsible for fit & construction risk management, plus training & empowering Supplier's fit technicians.
Ensure Physical and Digital samples comply with brand standards throughout the product creation process
Ownership and Maintenance of the block library and fit guide
Partner with Quality Assurance team to identify and implement Banana Republic’s best practices. Look for opportunities for continuous improvement based on customer feedback, return rates, and customer online reviews.
Experience in 3D rendering and digital pattern software; ability to accurately execute, style, and pattern revisions in digital space.
Soft Skills - Demonstrate ability to influence the cross-functional team and help the team reach highly informed decisions.
Stay up to date with relevant trends and competitor fit attributes by maintaining a customer-centric mindset and an aesthetic eye
Be proactive and a self-starter; one who develops and utilizes tools, resources, and processes that support innovative and effective ways of working through all stages of product development.
Organization skills - Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to recommend solutions.
A natural problem-solver who inspires a solution-centric approach in his/her/their team