Walmart

Senior Technical Designer, Fashion

Walmart$132K — $264K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8+ years in technical design roles specializing in apparel fit and pattern making
  • Strong operational mindset with ability to analyze data and solve complex challenges
  • Proficiency in PLM, 3D design, CAD tools, and Miro Board
  • Experience leading fit sessions and collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to mentor and develop associates, creating educational training materials
  • Customer-centric mindset with passion for current apparel trends

Responsibilities

  • Lead live fit sessions and ensure garments align with design intent
  • Utilize 2D & 3D pattern tools for validation throughout product development
  • Drive fit improvements based on customer insights and data analysis
  • Conduct quality assurance checks during development and production stages
  • Collaborate with design, product development, and sourcing teams for product fit
  • Manage technical packages through the fit cycle, including specifications and evaluations

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Multiple health plan options
  • Paid time off including sick leave and family care leave
  • Live Better U education benefit program covering tuition and fees
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Senior Manager, Technical Design
Location - NYC

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Technical Designer to lead the fit and technical development of our apparel from concept through production. This role is critical in ensuring that every garment meets Walmart's fit standards, performance expectations, and delivers an exceptional customer experience. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep expertise in fit, pattern making, leading technical designers, and product lifecycle management for apparel.

These posting covers multiple openings across several apparel categories Women/Men- Knits/Woven/Bottoms/Intimates/active and Kids/Baby -apply once to be considered for all relevant opportunities.

This is an onsite opportunity based in our New York City office. A full relocation package can be made available.

Core job responsibilities
  • Fit Leadership: Lead and conduct live fit sessions using fit models, pattern expertise, and fit forms to evaluate samples for fit, performance, and functionality. Ensure alignment with design intent and customer performance expectations
  • 2D & 3D Pattern Expertise: Utilize 2D & 3D pattern tools to validate initial patterns, blocks, and grading during product development through production. Establish and maintain grade rule tables and block libraries to streamline the fit process across product categories
  • Customer-Centric Product Integrity: Drive a data-led approach focused on customer insights, returns-based learning loops, and implementing learnings to elevate fit to meet and exceed customer expectations
  • Fit Quality & Technical Direction: Follow rigorous quality assurance gates through development, production, and post-purchase stages. Lead and conduct internal and external wear tests to seek wearer feedback and implement corrective actions as needed. Provide detailed technical direction on fit and construction to vendor partners to meet design and fit intent
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Design, Product Development, and Sourcing teams and vendors to define and execute appropriate fit and functional intent for each product
  • Technical Package Ownership: Strong PLM knowledge to manage end-to-end fit cycle. Create and maintain detailed technical packages in PLM, including specs, grading, construction details, and fit evaluation comments


Preferred Qualifications
  • 5-8+ years of experience in technical design roles, with deep expertise in fit, grading, fabric, and pattern for apparel
  • Proven ability to analyze data, solve complex challenges, and drive continuous improvement using agile, test-and-learn approaches
  • Advanced proficiency in PLM, 3D, CAD, Miro Board, and related product development tools
  • Strong operational mindset with experience translating product fit, quality, and customer metrics into actionable steps
  • Skilled at leading fit sessions, collaborating with and influencing cross-functional teams, and managing stakeholders at all levels
  • Experience with performance fabrics and technical finishes (preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and develop associates, including creating educational materials and delivering training programs
  • Customer-centric, innovative, and passionate about staying ahead of apparel trends
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills


Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Textiles , Design, or related field and 4 years' experience in technical design, product development, or related area OR 6 years' experience in technical design, product development, or related area.
1 year's supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Apparel Manufacturing, Master's degree in Business, Textiles , Design, or related field., Working on cross-functional teams, Working with product development software

Primary Location...

45 W 25Th St, New York, NY 10010, United States of America

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