Senior Apparel Developer

4 days ago

Reston, Virginia, United States BLUESMITHS Full time

About Bluesmiths

We are a leading manufacturer of ocean-inspired sports and lifestyle apparel, driven by innovation, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence. Our core principles have remained unchanged since our founding in 2010: to create the hardest working, most versatile gear for those who live in and around the ocean.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a motivated Senior Technical Apparel Developer to spearhead the expansion of our product line. As a crucial member of our small, high-impact team, you will be immersed in managing existing styles and developing new styles, while reporting directly to our founder.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage existing styles, making appropriate in-line color and development changes as needed.
  • Spearhead the development of new styles from concept through production in collaboration with our founder, athlete team, and wider network of designers and advisors.
  • Develop accessories including collaborations with other brands, managing printing on tees, embroideries on caps, etc.
  • Create and maintain all tech packs (graded dimensional specifications, tech drawings, bills of materials, construction notes, etc.).
  • Create and maintain all development records and style files, production standards, measuring guides, grade rules, sourcing information, swatch library, etc.
  • Establish and maintain costing sheets, fabric and trim consumptions per style, MOQs per order, per color, ensuring optimization of fabric and trims use.
  • Manage lab dips process from request to comments, to approval (fabric and trims).
  • Manage proto and sampling process (requests, manage, receive, tag, measure, evaluate, and record comments for feedback to factory) for development samples and pre-production samples. Where relevant, engage the test team & manage feedback.
  • Run fit sessions, providing evaluation and feedback to the factory as needed.
  • Source fabric and trims working with our founder, Bluesmiths' network, and your own.
  • Attend trade shows (mainly Portland Functional Fabric Fair) for sourcing of fabrics and trims, building relationships with existing suppliers and developing new ones.
  • Manage the development and production calendars, ensuring on-time delivery. Work hands-on with our founder, advisory team, and external contractors as needed to keep developments on track.
  • Act as primary contact with factory and suppliers.
  • Manage production process, maintaining WIP reports & highlighting issues as they arise.
  • Travel overseas to factories from time to time, as necessary.
  • Manage key fabrics and trims with factories and mills, confirming inventory levels, drafting POs, and preparing credits for fabrics used in production.
  • Fabric testing with third-party testing labs, as well as with mills.
  • Manage quality control, including arranging third-party visits or trips to factories as needed.
  • Assist ecommerce team regarding product-related questions/issues.
  • Stay informed of market development and opportunities to improve the competitiveness of the Bluesmiths brand.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical apparel development.
  • Experience working with overseas factories required.
  • Experience with knits and wovens required.
  • Experience and knowledge of technical garment construction and the specific needlework relevant to outerwear, activewear, and swimwear. Experience with seam sealing and bonding is ideal.
  • Experience managing fit is required.
  • Driver's license required.

What you bring to Bluesmiths (Skills / Job Requirements):

  • A forward thinker with a passion for fabric and desire to develop cutting-edge apparel.
  • You will draw on your own knowledge, experiences, and network, along with your interest in ocean sports and technical apparel to develop innovative product solutions.
  • A solid working knowledge of the apparel business calendar and lead times.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • A team player, able to operate independently with minimal management.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up and time management skills.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment with consequential schedules and deadlines.
  • Professional-grade command of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator.
  • Professional Microsoft Excel knowledge and commercial numeracy required.
  • Experience of a PLM is ideal (e.g. Backbone).
  • Experience with a project manager like Asana or Mondays is looked upon favorably.
  • Understanding of digital pattern-making is a plus. Ability to cut & sew fabric-test samples on Maui is looked upon favorably, but not in any way required.

Summary:

Location: Kula, Hawaii (Remote work will only be considered for exceptional technical apparel developers).

Hours: Full time (Significant part-time will be considered only if Bluesmiths is your main focus).

Pay: DOE (Depends on experience) Guide range $60-$90k.

Benefits: Healthcare, Paid time off, Employee discounts.

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