Fit Developer
Apply NowCompany: Levi Strauss
Location: San Francisco, CA 94112
Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself - and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit - and your future.
About the Job
"This is a hybrid position based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs."
The expected starting salary range for this role is $110,500- $147,300 per year We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
#LI-Hybrid
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full timeCurrent LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.
Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself - and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit - and your future.
About the Job
- Lead and execute Seasonal Fit Development based on Design's fit direction using fit intelligence and competitive research to create new the best fits and/or update current portfolio
- Apply knowledge of fabric, source base capabilities, fit, construction and design aesthetics to develop fit blocks that will meet LS&CO's product standards in a timely and cost-effective manner
- Collaborate with Garment Developers to ensure approved fit blocks are applied to seasonal products and assist them in seasonal product garment development to ensure all block intents are met by source base for commercial sampling and final approval for bulk production
- Lead competitive product fit reviews, creating body target measurements, creating and evaluating all fit block sampling and gain consumer feedback to drive final fit block approvals
- Collaborate with and influence Design in interpreting and translating aesthetic requirements into styling details that can provide commercially viable product for mass production
- Attend / lead fittings and evaluate, document and communicate all fit block comments to the production locations
- Effective integration of all timeline processes with key internal and external stakeholders to meet all relevant "Go to Market" milestones
- Act as a liaison between Design and Product Development Team and source base for quality product execution and bulk production problem solving
- Keep abreast of contractor related technical/equipment capabilities
- You will report to the Senior Director of Product Development
- Bachelor's degree (7+ years combined college education, pattern-making training and work experience may be substituted for a degree); Design school degree a plus.
- Minimum 5 years' experience focusing on the execution of fit per design concepts
- Experience with manual or computer aided patternmaking and grading
- Drawing, flat sketching or Illustrator drawing experience
- Proficiency with Illustrator and Gerber Accumark Fit Development
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, PLM and 3D Fit Development Programs a plus
- Experience in the apparel industry focused on Women's Fit Development for non-denim and denim woven Bottoms (Jeans, Shorts, Skirts, Overalls), Trucker Jackets and ideally experience in Dresses and Tops.
- Experience in interpreting designers' fit direction with the ability to interpret and direct corrections to contractor pattern work
- Experience preparing fit meetings, conducting fit sessions, updating patterns and specification documentation in required systems
- Ability to forge strong partnerships with overseas technical teams as a means to drive clarity on all pattern work and fit requirements. Troubleshoot fit issues and bring to resolution.
- Strong understanding of product development calendars
"This is a hybrid position based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs."
The expected starting salary range for this role is $110,500- $147,300 per year We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
#LI-Hybrid
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full timeCurrent LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.