Manager-Technical Design

Overview

Technical Designer Manager

The Technical Designer Manager effectively manages the team’s workload, calendar, and priorities across multiple Brands.  Provides technical expertise that will maintain fit consistency and quality of the product. Identifies where blocks are needed and executes them.  Mentors and develops the team to enhance their skillsets.

Responsibilities

- Mentors team on fit evaluation, balance and proportion of fit. Maximizes strengths of direct reports and identifies opportunities for skill improvement. 
- Delivers timely, direct, and actionable feedback. Empowers others through delegation but capable of being hands-on when needed.
- Manage workflow and business needs as they evolve. Anticipates future consequences and creates or adjusts action plans accordingly.
- Create, update and utilize pattern blocks to ensure standards are being met.
- Collaborate with Design and Product Development teams to determine fit and aesthetics.
- Maintain fit and construction standards to ensure brand consistency and quality.
- Resolve and communicate fit and construction issues to International Buying Offices and factories within the development and production timelines.
- Daily communication and follow through with IBO, vendors, and all cross-functional partners.
- Enhance fit and quality through review of customer comments, competitive analysis, and conducting fit symposiums.

Qualifications

- Strong knowledge of Patterns, fit, grading, and construction standards
- Takes the initiative to get things done and drive the business forward. Eliminates roadblocks for self and the team. Makes good decisions through wisdom, analysis and strategic thinking.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates confidence and assertiveness in fit presentation.
- Ability to self-manage, works independently, multitask, and consistently meets deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
- Proactive on problem solving and resolution oriented.
- Proficiency in: Flex PLM, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Web PDM, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

Leadership Competencies
- Encourage team atmosphere within area and fosters open communication and team environment with all business partners.
- Holds self and others accountable for work commitments and outcomes.
- Oversee, identify and support the needs of your direct report: coach and train in the management of their product area    
- Adapts quickly to changing situations; uses sound judgment; coach others through change.
- Work closely to your manager to ensure any business critical/hot topics are raised in a timely manner.
- Ability to oversee any product areas to support your direct report with workload and meet the deadlines.
- Assess direct report’s effectiveness in fittings and provide guidance for improved performance.

Competencies Needed to Perform in the Role
Results
• Thinks Critically – Develops sound conclusions based on analysis of data and deep understanding of the business/ customer; understands complex issues and makes sound decisions based on wisdom and experience; anticipates implications of decisions; finds solutions with minimal guidance
• Manages Execution – Organizes, plans and manages projects/processes with simplicity and efficiency; partners with key stakeholders to align interests and remove roadblocks; consistently achieves successful outcomes within important deadlines
• Drives Performance – Establishes challenging standards; inspires and holds self and others accountable to achieve results; provides feedback; gives visibility and recognition to others for mastering tasks and successful contributions
• Strategic Vision\*\* – Sets a purpose and outlines a future path for the organization; provides clear expectations and shares rationale behind decisions that are made; identifies strategies and objectives

Ownership
• Demonstrates Accountability – Honestly assesses self; acts with integrity; open to feedback; committed to continuous learning and growth; does what it takes to get the job done; makes necessary sacrifices; takes responsibility for actions and outcomes
• Service-Oriented – Empathetically serves the needs of customers and associates; listens well; seeks to understand diverse points of view to help find the best solution or outcome; provides helpful assistance to others; pursues a high standard of performance
• Builds Relationships – Develops positive & inclusive relationships; establishes strong networks across the company; is understanding, approachable and considerate; shows respect for different styles, backgrounds, and perspectives; gives credit to others; is a team player; communicates effectively and tailors messages to audience
• Develops Talent\*\* – Builds a diverse and high performing team; differentiates performance based on individual associate successes and developmental opportunities; coaches and provides insights, feedback and stretch assignments to grow and improve talent; empowers team by delegating decision-making where possible to build skill and increase engagement; recognizes and rewards associates for outstanding effort; shows they care about their associates by discussing future opportunities and development plans

Intensity
• Drives Change Moves fast to make things happen with positive attitude; shows energy to implement within aggressive yet realistic deadlines; adapts quickly to changing situations; uses sound judgment; coaches others through change
• Takes Initiative – Shows curiosity; strives toward continuous improvement and learning; takes action without being prompted; is motivated and resourceful in achieving successful results quickly
• Shows Courage – Self confident; assertive with opinions; takes on challenging assignments; will stand up and do what’s right even if decision is not popular; acts in accordance with beliefs despite criticism; deals with conflict quickly and positively
• Practices Candor\*\* – Tells it like it is; is frank and sincere in communications; is an approachable and unguarded leader; shares honest and constructive feedback with team; freely admits own mistakes

What you get:

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays\*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. \*For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit [www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com](https://www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com)

Pay Range

USD $75,900.00 - USD $138,000.00 /Yr.