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Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

This role brings Design intention from development through production. Provide transparency and issue escalation to maintain organizational alignment to ensure product drives fit and sizing consistency and garment construction excellence. Manage complex projects at various stages through design and development, fully coordinate tasks with cross functional team members.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for accurately interpreting design's intent from development through production.

• Create and maintain medium complexity tech packs including garment construction, sketches, graded measurement charts, fit comments, and pattern corrections. Able to identify and correct fit issues.

• Prepare for and lead fit sessions.

• Communicate fit revisions to factories through pattern corrections and images.

• Identify potential production, quality and costing issues and make appropriate recommendations while maintaining design and fit intent.

• Track and manage workflow and ensure seasonal deadlines are met.

• Strong understanding of industry competitors, trends, and new related technologies.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion or related major is preferred

• 5+ years of experience in Tech Design, patternmaking, fitting, and specs, and grading.

• Experience and/or strong desire to learn Gerber Pattern Design and 3D Clo or related software.

• Ability to interpret medium complexity technical sketch details in tech pack and identify construction on garment .

• Understanding of development and manufacturing process.

• Fluent with grade rule calculations.

• Ability and willingness to travel globally.

• System Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Powerpoint), Adobe Illustrator, PLM System.

Boston, MA Headquarters - (NB) Only Pay Range: $70,600.00 - $90,500.00 - $110,400.00 Annual (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.)

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.