Technical Designer, Sweaters
Skills
About the role
We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty.
Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community.
You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today!
Life @ToryBurch is Special Because:
When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits.
Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference.
We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance.
Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales.
We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand.
We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days.
This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because:
This position reports directly to the Senior Sweater Technical Designer.
A Day in the Life:
Responsibilities
Assist in creating initial development specifications for new styles and prepare technical packages for prototype requests.
Maintain and update tech packs, garment specifications, and fit comments throughout the development process from prototype to bulk production.
Prepare for fit sessions by tracking incoming samples, accurately measuring garments, and documenting fit comments and revisions.
Maintain seasonal work-in-progress (WIP) sample tracking and ensure development milestones are met.
Support the Senior Sweater Technical Designer by managing technical comments and helping maintain development timelines while working independently.
Communicate directly with suppliers and factories on technical matters, providing clear guidance to resolve fit, construction, and quality issues while achieving the desired product aesthetic.
Collaborate with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, and Production teams to ensure consistency and accuracy throughout the product lifecycle.
To Land This Role:
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Technical Design, including patternmaking, garment construction, and fit evaluation, with a strong focus on sweaters and knitwear.
Solid understanding of knit structures, yarns, gauges, knitting construction, garment finishing, and wash processes.
Strong knowledge of grading, bulk production standards, and specification management.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required; experience with PLM systems is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in English to effectively communicate with internal teams and international suppliers.
Why You'll Want to Join Our Team:
How We Work Together
Adaptable – We change before we have to
Entrepreneurial – We own it
Collaborative – There’s no “I” in Tory
Client & Brand Focused – We put ourselves in Tory’s shoes
Live the Values – We show up for each other
Functional Expertise – We’re constantly learning and growing
#TeamTory Values
We show up with honesty & kindness, act with integrity & compassion, work with passion & humility and lead with excellence & humor.
Compensation Range The compensation range for this position is 100,000.00 USD - 125,000.00 USD. Our offer will be based on your relevant experience and work location.
Benefits Information
We offer a generous set of benefits to help you take care of your health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. Here are highlights of key benefits available to all eligible Tory Burch team members.
Disability Accommodation
Tory Burch is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you require assistance or an accommodation with the hiring process, please contact thetalentteam@toryburch.com.
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