Helly Hansen is looking for a Pattern Maker

Helly Hansen is looking for a Pattern Maker for the sport division

As pattern maker at Helly Hansen you work closely together with our design and product development team. You will, together with the team, drive the development of the collection ensuring a good fit for innovative, high quality and technically advanced garments that will excite and fulfil the current and future needs of our consumers.

Key Accountabilities:

• To create full patterns, block patterns and size charts based on the seasonal needs
• To oversee, establish and communicate all specifications for fit, sizing and construction details for allocated styles
• To invite designers and developers to seasonal handover meetings and plan pattern needs
• To plan, manage and take active part in fit sessions for allocated styles
• To amend patterns and/or compare patterns against prototypes, preproduction samples or vendor patterns
• Be a close partner for design and development in the product development process. Sparring on construction feedback and solutions to lower consumption and make functional products
• Be hands on and create mock-ups and toiles if needed

Experiences and capabilities:

• A degree in Pattern Design or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 3 years of work experience as a pattern maker, preferable with technical outerwear
• Documented skills in Gerber AccuMark or similar CAD system to efficiently create good patterns
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of apparel construction
• Well structured, with a strong ability to prioritize work and resources based on short- and long-term needs
• Excellent knowledge of aesthetic form and the ability to develop apparel for different markets and end users
• Knowledge and/or interest in 3D pattern making is a plus
• Experience from working in a PLM system is a good advantage, we use Centric PLM
• A good team player with a positive mindset
• Strong communication skills
• Basic knowledge in Adobe Illustrator
• Passionate about the outdoors and HH related sports

We offer:

• The opportunity to join a high-performance team within a global brand in growth.
• A young and experienced international environment, with a culture of inclusion, empowerment and ownership.
• Competitive benefits and an active environment with passion for sports.

Any Questions can be directed to mia.sonesson@hellyhansen.com

Application is ONLY accepted in portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than 23 October 2022.