What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apparel Technical Design Assistant position at Capelli Sport?
Apparel Technical Design Assistant with Fabric experience
Who We Are:
Capelli Sport is a global multi-sports brand based in New York City and New Jersey, specializing in team sports. With a strong club community reaching all corners of the world, we empower and unite people from amateur, youth and pro clubs. Our goal is to build equal and diverse playing fields where everyone can be themselves, live up to their full potential, and enjoy safe experiences. Our passion for creating products from lifestyle apparel to footwear and performance match kits enables athletes and teams to maximize their success on the field and beyond. Capelli Sport supports all athletes through a unique global sports ecosystem with a focus on service excellence. With years of knowledge on our side, we always deliver exceptional customer experience. By players and for players, Capelli Sport is deeply rooted in sports culture.
What We Are Looking For:
Capelli Sport is looking for an entry-level Technical Design Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support the Technical Design and Product Development teams by overseeing the day-to-day coordination of garment samples throughout the product lifecycle. You will be responsible for receiving and organizing samples within internal systems, taking precise garment measurements, and ensuring accurate information is maintained in PLM platforms. The position also involves assisting with the setup and execution of fit sessions, recording feedback, and helping uphold consistency in fit, quality, and construction across all product categories. Additional responsibilities include photographing samples for internal reference, maintaining visibility of sample status and seasonal style volume, establishing and updating style records, and facilitating the movement of samples between internal teams and external partners. Success in this role requires strong collaboration with Design, Product Development, and Production teams to keep workflows organized and projects progressing efficiently. This is a salary-based role with a minimum of 40 hours per week required.
About the Role:
- Accurately log, track, and manage incoming samples within internal systems
- Measure garments in accordance with company standards and input precise data into PLM systems
- Prepare and facilitate sample fittings on forms, ensuring readiness for review
- Capture high-quality product images and upload them to internal databases
- Maintain and update sample order charts to ensure visibility and organization across teams
- Support the execution of fit sessions, including documenting fit comments and updates
- Ensure consistency in fit, quality, and construction standards across all product categories
- Monitor seasonal style counts and support workload balancing based on category volume
- Create and maintain style records, including generating new style numbers in the system
- Coordinate sample requests and shipments to internal teams and external partners as needed
- Maintain accurate tracking of sample distribution for fittings, reviews, and approvals
- Partner cross-functionally with Design, Product Development, and Production teams to support workflow
About You:
- You are willing to work as an admin with the technical team
- You have some experience with project management
- You have the ability to collaborate with other team members
- You have strong communication and follow up skills
- You have an attention to detail and keep organized
- You’re a quick learner who seeks out the answers you need to keep growing.
- You have a track record of driving results
- You’re hardworking and goal-oriented
- You have a tireless positive attitude
- You have a growth mindset and view challenges as learning opportunities, not failures
- You love getting to know new people and helping them improve their product/services
- A college degree is a plus but it is not required as long you are willing to assist and learn.
Capelli Sport LLC. is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law. Capelli Sport is an equal opportunity employer; committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation