PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for supporting the development and production of VSDP in Vietnam. S/he manages the technical development process and works with regional production team including merchandisers, QA and vendors, taking responsibility for the technical development of new styles and the application of all quality standards relating to fit and construction.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide technical support to Design, Pre-Production, Merchant and Production teams during product development and pre-production activities.
Develop product technical specification packages to communicate requirements for fit and construction, taking responsibility for all aspects of technical pre-production work relating to fit and construction.
Ensure that products are developed consistent with established fit and quality standards, manufacturer's capabilities and cost specifications.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop specifications to define product performance standards through the application of laboratory testing and wash and wear testing.
Manage all sample/ fit approval cycles with factories.
Coordinate all sample and production information with merchandising team and QC team.
Initiate technical development in fit and construction to identify possible first to market opportunities.
Responsible for managing the adherence of the time and action calendars during the pre-production process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A technical education in garment fit and construction to degree level or equivalent work experience.
10+ years related work experience in cut & saw manufacturing process in a factory, production management and quality control.
Practical experience of patternmaking and garment construction for bulk production.
Able to provide constructive solutions and directions for manufacturer to improve fit and product appearance.
Good analytical skills to solve complex technical problems which have impact to the business.
An understanding and preferably 2-3 year experience using computer specification package (PDM)
Good English skill with fashion sense to understand design intent.