Technical Design Manager - Trenery

Lead, coach and develop a team of 4 Technical Designers, building technical capability, accountability and a collaborative, high-performing culture

Translate creative concepts into technically feasible product, setting clear standards across fit, construction, grading, materials, tolerances and quality

Oversee the development of accurate and timely technical packs, ensuring specifications provide vendors with everything required to execute product successfully

Set and maintain fit, construction and quality standards across categories, proactively identifying and resolving technical risks before bulk production

Partner closely with Design as a trusted technical advisor, providing solutions that protect design intent while balancing commercial and manufacturing requirements

Collaborate with Buying, Product Development, Sourcing and Production to manage critical path, cost, quality and product readiness throughout development

Build strong vendor partnerships, providing clear technical direction and ensuring supplier capability aligns with product, quality and delivery expectations

Establish consistent technical processes and governance across PLM, Master BOM, testing, approvals and product documentation

Champion the effective use of 3D, PLM and other technical tools to improve accuracy, speed and alignment throughout product development

Drive continuous improvement across technical processes, systems and ways of working to create greater efficiency, consistency and scalability.

Extensive experience in Technical Design, Garment Technology or Product Development within the fashion or apparel industry, with proven technical leadership experience

Strong expertise across garment construction, fit, grading, specifications and manufacturing, with the technical judgement to resolve complex product challenges