Company Description

Overview

SPANX isn’t your average company. We revolutionized an industry by challenging the status quo and putting the customer first. You might know the story: our founder, Sara Blakely, who needed the right thing as a base layer to feel 100% in white pants, so she cut the legs off a pair of tights and Spanx was born. The spark of that origin is the fuel for our future. We grew up in shapewear. But we’ve graduated. For 25 years (yep, we're old enough to rent a car now), we've been experimenting, innovating, and occasionally banging our heads against the drawing board. And we will never stop obsessing about what women who are out there doing their thing deserve. Because we are those women. And we’re honored to create on behalf of us all.

We make elevated essentials with confidence built in. Essentials for layering underneath or wearing out loud, for “just-between-us” and “where'd you get that?” For everything you've got planned (and don't). Because what you put on can change how you show up. And if its' not working for you, it's got no place in your closet. Or on your body. Creating items that’ll make you feel great is a matter of the heart—and the lab. In every Spanx product is technology we design and build to highlight, complement, and form your look, just the way you like it. SPANX design and technology help make sure what you see in the mirror reflects that feeling of feeling your best (you know the feeling?). We are a high-growth, innovative and ambitious company and we are embarking on an exciting trajectory of both digital and international expansion.

Job Description

About the role

The Technical Design Manager, Active & Lounge will oversee and manage both Active and Lounge categories facilitating the product transition from development through production. This individual collaborates with cross-functional partners to land appropriate fit and functional intent as well as with business partners to obtain clear direction and consensus on design aesthetic, fit intent, and construction. The Technical Design Manager is responsible for leading fit sessions on live models, working with Design to achieve design aesthetic, and communicate fit and balance corrections to participants and vendors. The individual will leverage and develop key vendor relationships to support working efficiently and drive fit consistency to improve the customer experience.

This role is based in our Atlanta headquarters, requires weekly in-office work 4 days/week, and reports to our Director of Technical Design, Apparel & Active.

You’ll love it because you will…

• Create apparel with performance and functionality
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of design, merchandising, product development, and production priorities
• Lead fit sessions, standardize construction and fit approval, and partner with business partners to ensure the highest level of quality is achieved
• Develop Technical Design tools (patterns, blocks, grading, construction standards, etc.) to achieve optimal and consistent fit
• Lead and/or Support product wear testing throughout development and production stages
• Leverage technical knowledge and leadership support to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may require an innovative approach
• Leverage technical knowledge to maintain fit intent, balance, and construction across all markets (Petite, Tall, Plus)
• Identify potential production and quality issues and make recommendations to ensure brand integrity
• Evaluate garment to determine compliance of specs, construction, quality, and fit intent
• Track and manage workflow and workload for product
• Travel to factories to work with technical teams to advance fit approval timelines and ensure Spanx standard of excellence is being executed

Qualifications

We require...

• 8-10+ years of proven Technical Design experience with fabric and garment construction and manufacturing processes
• Technical Design experience in both Activewear and Apparel categories
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study or AA or Certification in Patternmaking, Apparel Manufacturing, Design, or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience successfully leading teams
• Ability to lead or manage others to communicate and execute the transition of product styles from design concept to TOP approval
• Proven track record of assessing, attracting, and developing talent
• Ability to build critical partnerships with cross-functional teams (Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Production, Product Engineering and Testing, Vendor partners, etc.)
• Computer Skills- Pattern programs: ADS, Gerber, Lectra. Additional: PLM, PDM, Adobe Illustrator, Optitex 3D Technology
• Ability to proactively solve problems and effectively manage multiple challenges
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Flexibility for domestic and international travel (5-10% of the time)

Additional Information

Spanx is proud of our continued Progressive People Practices…

• Company Healthcare Plan: $0.00 out of pocket (Employee only benefit)
  Fertility testing and treatment are included in Spanx’s medical plans, even without the diagnosis of infertility.
• Parental Leave Policy: Primary caregiver receives 16 weeks AND will have the option to work a half-time schedule (20 hours per week) for up to four additional weeks with full-time (40 hours per week) pay.
• Mental Health Days:10 days
• 401K: Matched up to 4% with immediate vesting.
• PTO & Company Holidays: PLUS two full weeks of companywide closures (one in the Spring; one between Christmas and NYE)
• Flex Friday: Year-round half-day Fridays!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.