RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Ensure all prints, patterns; graphic packages are valid and viable for each region. Develops graphics according to seasonal sourcing strategy provided by PD3 partners.
• Ensure s/offs, handlooms, knit downs are received in preparation for milestone meetings with costing information for graphics.
• Responsible to review print, pattern, graphics submits, align with design and provide comments for correction.
• Ensures all engineered graphic, print, pattern placements are reviewed and approved according to DDD.
• Explores costing options for print, pattern and graphics while preserving design aesthetic.
• Ensures all print, pattern and graphics are captured and tracked via seasonal tracking chart as main communication tool with global partners.
• Ensures all print, pattern, graphic approvals are made according to DDD provided by seasonal CGL/ PSR’s. If DDD cannot be achieved manages expectations of cross functional partners in advance so alternate options can be made.
• Drive/Support innovation in print, patter, graphic techniques seasonally
• Conducts competitive and aspirational shopping quarterly to ensure Pink is at forefront of graphic technique innovation and is cost competitive for graphic techniques.
• Provide + receive quarterly supplier/region feedback report for consistent improvement.
• Knowledge of printing, yarn dyes, and graphic manufacturing
• Knowledge of garment washing , garment dyeing and fabric finishing
• Working knowledge of product development process (understands how print pattern and graphic development impacts the product development process through commercialization and applies knowledge to ensure business objectives are achieved).
• Has ability to offer solutions to manufacturing challenges
• Ensure cross functional communication is appropriate and timely in order to avoid delivery, price or quality issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent computer skills – Excel, Word, Outlook, and product development software such as Web PDM or FLEX PLM
• Self-starter with ability to self-manage, and work in a team environment

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• College Degree (preferably with a concentration in apparel production management ) or equivalent experience
• Min 3 years’ experience in print pattern and graphic product development and sourcing