Senior Mgr, Technical Design (girls)

About Us

 

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

 

Designer

What could be more exciting than putting your mark on some of the world’s most famous and well-loved fashion brands? As a designer for Centric Brands, you’ll use your skills and creativity to create designs based on style plans, sales needs and emerging trends. You will also ensure that your work can be transformed into a finished product in a timely manner and at an appropriate price point. This means working not only with our technical design and production teams, but also building collaborative relationships with outside vendors and other external stakeholders. The challenges are exciting and the possibilities endless – as you contribute your skills in a vibrant, customer- and people-centric culture that celebrates you as a valuable member of the team.

Specific Responsibilities Would Include

The Senior Manager, Technical Design (Kids) leads the technical design function for children’s apparel, ensuring best-in-class fit, safety, quality, and consistency across all kids’ categories (infant, toddler, boys, girls). This role drives fit strategy, manages a team of technical designers, and partners cross-functionally to deliver high-quality, age-appropriate products aligned with brand standards and customer needs. 

Leadership & Team Development 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of kids Technical Designers across categories 

• Set performance goals and provide ongoing coaching and feedback 

• Build team expertise in kids fit, safety requirements, and construction 

• Manage workload, prioritize resources, and ensure deadlines are met 

 

Kids Fit Strategy & Product Excellence 

• Define and implement fit strategy by age group and category 

• Establish standards for growth allowance, comfort, and mobility 

• Oversee fit sessions to ensure consistency and accuracy 

• Resolve complex fit challenges across size ranges (infants through youth) 

• Maintain and evolve block libraries and grading standards 

 

Technical Development Oversight 

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of tech packs, including:  

• Points of Measure (POMs) 

• Grading and tolerances 

• Construction details 

• Oversee product lifecycle from proto through production approval 

• Drive improvements in first-time fit approval and sample efficiency 

 

Kids Safety & Compliance 

• Ensure all products meet child safety regulations, including:  

• CPSIA standards 

• Flammability requirements 

• Small parts and trim safety 

• Partner with QA to maintain compliance standards 

• Establish best practices for safe construction  

 

Process Improvement & Innovation 

• Drive initiatives to improve:  

• Speed to market 

• Sample iteration reduction 

• Fit consistency 

• Standardized workflows, templates, and best practices 

• Implement and optimize PLM systems and digital tools 

• Champion adoption of 3D design/fit tools (e.g., CLO, Browzwear) 

 

Vendor & Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Partner with global vendors and factories to ensure execution of kids-specific requirements 

• Collaborate with:  

• Design (aesthetic + functionality alignment) 

• Product Development (cost + feasibility) 

• Sourcing/Production (manufacturing execution) 

• Resolve escalated vendor or quality issues 

 

Quality & Performance Management 

• Monitor key metrics such as:  

• Fit approval rates