Hennes & Mauritz Belgium BV (H&M)

Pattern Maker

H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Customer

Utilize customer, fashion, competitor and selling insights to develop the best Customer offer
Contribute with fit, size and body focused expertise to the target Customer description

Goals & Strategies

In line with BU and function goals, be responsible for the fit and size strategy for the section/department/category
Based on selling, customer insights, surrounding and competitor analysis, Identify and act on fit & size opportunities
Set a strategy to achieve the desired fit and size offer. Act on design goal with inclusiveness and diversity in mind

Components, Product & Assortment

Create, secure, and use pre-worked material and components in an efficient and sustainable way for your section/department/category and products
Communicate section/category/department specific information to production, e.g., fitting guidelines, grading charts, technical and quality instructions
Responsible for diversity in fit/silhouette and consistency in size
Set timeline and agenda for fit and size process, in line with the Section/category/department
Main responsible for creating the desired silhouette and at the same time maintain a good fit, in all sizes
Main responsible for creating, updating, and communicating a fit and size technical package based on customer, strategy, product type and timeline
Main responsible for fit at fitting sessions. Decide what we need to see and what we need to communicate to production to achieve the right fit and silhouette
Main responsible for construction efficiency and responsible for consumption and product profitability. Choose suitable finishing and making solution together with production and/or supplier.
Work in close collaboration with production and supplier and drive the completion of the product

Sell, Plan & Buy

Give input on consumption efficiency and find opportunities in reaching target price and product vision during the quotation process General Information
Give input on suitable size offer during the product development

Leadership & Process

Self-motivated and take ownership to learn and develop improved way of working
Responsible to support and lead the junior Pattern makers
Lead with your expertise. Develop and coach your colleagues and junior pattern makers

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

This role will be reporting to Design Hub Team Lead.

WHO YOU ARE

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field such as formal education in pattern making or fashion design.

Skills

Customer centric mindset with clear understanding of the target customer(s)
Well-developed skills to combine free design with rules to achieve the desired product
Well-developed pattern maker skills.
- Knowledge of developing and securing fit in a variety of product types in all sizes
- Knowledge of sewing techniques, finishes and technical solutions
- Knowledge of material and trim characteristics and how they affect fit and silhouette
- Strong technical skills to complete the technical package for production/suppliers
- In-depth knowledge of the ready to wear process and how it affects y our way of working
In depth knowledge of body and grading
Understanding of the production process and how garments are made
Good competence in CAD, PLM, office 365 and 3D programmes
Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills

Experience

3-5 years work experience withing pattern making

WHO WE ARE

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.

We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.

JOIN US

Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.

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