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, needed a base layer for her 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 over 25 years, we've been experimenting, innovating, and giving women what they want and what they 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, because what you put on can change how you show up. 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. We are a high-growth, innovative and ambitious company and we are embarking on an exciting trajectory of both digital and international expansion.

About the role
The Associate Technical Designer will oversee the technical design process from development through production for Women’s Intimate Apparel and Shapewear. They will interpret Design concepts to achieve the desired point of view when creating technical packages, as well as manage fit samples, coordinate fittings, maintain tracking systems, and ensure accurate documentation and sample flow throughout the product development lifecycle. This role is responsible for product uniformity and consistency on the fit, quality and construction of all Women’s Intimate Apparel and Shapewear products.

This role is based in our Atlanta headquarters and reports into our Senior Technical Designer, IA.

You’ll love it because you will…  

• Create apparel with performance and functionality
• Conduct and manage fit sessions to determine and execute proper fit including measuring and prepping samples for fitting, taking notes and digitals during fit sessions
• Lead and facilitate fit sessions on live models and take ownership of specific product
• Develop expertise in understanding physical fit, evaluation of body size, shape and the relationship of intimate apparel on the target body
• Ensure size and fit consistency within the brand and across product categories
• Ability to work on missy and plus sizes while ensuring design aesthetic is achieved through all sizes
• Manage fit schedules, booking models, and communicate updates to cross-functional partners
• Generate technical packages for the factory including complete and articulate fit comments, sketches, digitals, specifications, bill of materials and construction details
• Partner with the Design team on initial stage sample development and any specifications needed
• Track and manage workflow and workload for own product; gather information and update all reports necessary for meetings
• Identify potential production, quality and costing issues and make recommendations to ensure brand integrity
• Meet seasonal and brand deadlines
• Oversee organization of all electronic and hard pattern files
• Take initiative to get things done and drive the business forward. Eliminate roadblocks
• Strive for continual improvement that drives product and process enhancements
• Foster an open communication and team environment with all business partners

We require…  

We require…

• 2+ years of proven technical experience in women’s intimate apparel or shapewear
• Bachelor’s degree in apparel and/or textile related field of study
• Proficient in garment specifications; how to measure garments and flat sketching
• Working knowledge in pattern making (preferability gerber), understanding of fit/balance of garments, leading a fit session, grading and garment construction
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects at one time while maintaining adherence to the calendar
• Leadership and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build collaborative cross functional relationships
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Innovative thinking
• Knowledge on fabric, trims, and construction for intimate apparel
• PC Skills – Trained in PLM, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Outlook, Microsoft (Excel, Word, Power point)
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally - up to 10%

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 Summer; one between Christmas and NYE)
• Flex Friday: Year-round half day Fridays!