Technical Design Director

4 weeks ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia Cotton On Group Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Design Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional fit and quality for our apparel. You will inspire and develop your team, set performance expectations, and foster a values-driven culture. Your key responsibilities include managing technical design to ensure consistent fit and sizing, creating pattern-making blocks, and offering technical advice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage technical design to ensure consistent fit and sizing
  • Create pattern-making blocks
  • Offer technical advice
  • Oversee garment construction options and pattern lay plans to optimize margins
  • Support suppliers and product teams in using our electronic patternmaking system
  • Maintain Group quality and compliance standards
  • Manage sampling procedures and ensure on-time product delivery

Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Design, Textiles, or Pattern Making
  • Mastery in pattern making, garment fit, and garment construction
  • Extensive experience with fabric and fiber expertise, and working with overseas suppliers
  • Proven ability to drive results, solve problems, and demonstrate commercial acumen
  • Strong background in quality and compliance, including expertise in coaching and training
  • Proficiency in Adobe / CAD and Lectra
  • Solid judgment and curiosity, with a drive for continuous improvement
  • Proven ability to develop strategies that enhance the performance of fit suppliers
  • Demonstrated experience in managing a team of technical designers
  • Exceptional communication skills with various stakeholders
  • Strong analytical thinking capabilities
  • Highly focused on process optimization and goal achievement

About Our Culture

Cotton On Group is a passionate and collaborative team committed to making a real difference in people's lives through our philanthropic arm, the Cotton On Foundation. We believe in creating a values-driven culture that inspires and develops our team members.

Benefits

  • 50% team member discount off all brands (excl. Ceres Life which is 30% off)
  • A world-class office with a state-of-the-art Wellness Centre featuring spa therapists, holistic health experts, and free fitness classes
  • A brand-new childcare centre onsite – incredible facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas, subsidised cost, and your kids are right next door
  • The Beckley, our in-house café with chef-prepared healthy meals, coffee, and snacks
  • Flexible working – enabling you to find the right working rhythm to be at your best
  • Competitive salary packaging – ensuring we are constantly benchmarking to industry
  • On-site concierge, let us help you get your life sorted with dry cleaning, car wash, and more
  • An Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • Returning from maternity leave (or primary carer parental leave)? Work part-time and get paid full-time for 2 months, all part of supporting you during your transition back to work
  • Team mingle celebrations, speaker's series, surprise and delight moments – the magic happens when we get together
  • Do you have a dog? Bring them into the office. We love them

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