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Junior Technical Fit Coordinator

Karl Lagerfeld

Full-time
2-5 years experience
Hybrid

Key Skills

Technical fit
Patternmaking
Garment construction
Tech packs
Size specifications
Adobe Illustrator
CAD
MS Office
Quality control
Product development
Fitting sessions
Supplier communication
Production timelines
Technical design

Job Description

ABOUT THE BRAND

 

At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”

 

Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.

 

We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.

 

Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes.

 

Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.

 

We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our  karllagerfeld.com and 35 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.

 

We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business,. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.


THE ROLE

The Junior Technical Fit Coordinator is responsible for the technical realization of collectionswhilst collaborating with Product Development, Design and Merchandising. This role will report directly to the Technical Production & Fit Manager.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  •  Fitting of seasonal styles from proto through to production.
  • Leading fitting sessions independently
  • Creating size specifications according to the requested design
  • Update & develop block patterns with the ability to oversee pattern adjustments.
  • Address pattern, construction & workmanship issues.
  • Support Design & Product Development, offering technical solutions & recording what needs to be implemented on style level.
  • Track samples from development through to production focusing on technical & construction follow up.
  • Ensure all samples are measured & size specs are updated.
  • Ensure tech packs are updated with technical information.
  • Relay fit amendment comments to suppliers & factories.
  • Maintain technical manuals & working platforms.
  • A sense of urgency regarding delivery dates & maintaining schedules.
     
     


THE PROFILE:
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent with qualifications relevant to clothing technology.
  • 1 of experience in Apparel quality & fit with knowledge of technical design, patternmaking & garment construction.
  • Experience and proven track within luxury/ contemporary brand.
  • Computer literate (MS Office, CAD, Adobe Illustrator).
  • Comprehensive understanding of production cycle timelines.
  • Methodically organized.
  • Able to work in a busy environment with tight deadlines.
  • Planning skills.
  • Team player.
  • Language fluent in English, both verbal and in writing.


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Start Date: ASAP

Please note that if your application is successful, we will contact you within three weeks


 

Why #TEAMKARL? (HQ)

·        Learning and development courses/training

·        Opportunity to make an impact

·        Remote working arrangements

·        Relocation allowance

·        Bonus holidays

·        Working in the heart of Amsterdam

·        Brand discounts

·        And exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL

 

JOIN #TEAMKARL

The collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today.

 

At #TEAMKARL, everyone can give their opinion, grow in their career, and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to work with us.

 

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING JOB POSTINGS

 

Please be advised that all legitimate job opportunities at KARL LAGERFELD are published exclusively on our official careers page and on selected partner platforms that redirect directly to our career site.

 

We strongly recommend that applicants only apply through our verified channels and remain vigilant against unofficial job offers.

 

KARL LAGERFELD will never request any form of payment during the recruitment process.

 

If you come across suspicious job postings or receive unexpected communication about a position, please contact us immediately at [email protected]

Core Responsibilities

The Junior Technical Fit Coordinator manages the technical realization of collections by leading fitting sessions and creating size specifications. They also collaborate with design and production teams to address construction issues and ensure tech packs are accurately updated.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in clothing technology or a relevant field and possess at least one year of experience in apparel quality and fit. Proficiency in patternmaking, garment construction, and software tools like Adobe Illustrator and MS Office is required.

Benefits

  • Learning and development courses
  • Remote working arrangements
  • Relocation allowance
  • Bonus holidays
  • Brand discounts
  • Sample sales

About Karl Lagerfeld

Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion

Company size: 501-1,000 employees

Balancing Parisian heritage and contemporary innovation, the Maison KARL LAGERFELD celebrates the endless creativity of its founder — design icon Karl Lagerfeld — and carries his legacy into the future. Inspired by his own curiosity and passion for innovation, employees are encouraged to explore opportunities, embrace challenges, and shape their futures. Based between offices in Amsterdam and Paris, KARL LAGERFELD’s international teams are diverse and ambitious — an eclectic, inclusive and powerful community of purpose-driven people. Self-expression and collaboration are at the core of the company ethos, where fresh perspectives are welcomed and integrity is always valued. From the early phases of your professional journey to new challenges for experienced candidates, careers at KARL LAGERFELD offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the world of fashion.

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