Dillard’s Product Technician – Product Development

Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion apparel and home furnishings retailers with annual sales of approximately $5.9 billion. The Company focuses on delivering maximum value to its shoppers, with fairly priced merchandise complemented by exceptional customer care. Dillard stores offer a broad selection of merchandise, including products sourced and marketed under Dillard's exclusive brand names. The Company operates over 300 stores spanning 29 states, all operating with one name - Dillard's.          

DESCRIPTION:

Dillard Department Stores, Inc., one of the foremost names in Department Store retailing has exceptional career opportunities available for talented professionals to join our Product Development Team in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Responsible for translating product concepts from merchandising/design group into product specification packages for private brand merchandise. This includes size specifications, detailed drawing of garment, and minimum construction specifications that create an integrated set of product blueprints based on design concepts. Provides technical evaluation for size, fit and construction detail. Conducts fit session on mannequin and live model. Responsible for forming partnership with our manufacturers for all value added benefits. Assigns and insures enforcement of Dillard's Department Stores apparel specifications and standards required to reflect best fit and quality construction, while keeping current styling that is relative to private brand strategies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires 2-4 years in pattern making and grading, including 2 years as an Assistant Design Technician or its equivalent. Must be knowledgeable of apparel construction and factory workflow, manufacturing techniques and process. Candidate should have a professional attitude, strong communication and organizational skills and proficiency with Product Data Management systems, Microsoft Word and Excel.