Fit Specialist

Location:ParisAddress:3 Rue Tronchet Paris, Paris 75008 FranceJob Title:Fit Specialist (Pattern Maker) - Knitwear and JerseyCanada Goose isn't like anything else. We've built something great, something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you're part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.Here, opportunities are everywhere - to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they're yours for the taking.Position Overview:The Fit Specialist / Pattern Maker – Fully Fashioned Sweaters, Seamless Sweaters & Jersey is a technical expert on the Global Fit team, responsible for developing patterns that deliver exceptional fit, quality, and comfort across luxury knitwear and stretch-based categories. This role specializes in creating and refining patterns for fully fashioned knits, seamless garments, and cut-and-sew jersey, ensuring they align with creative direction and the brand's high-performance, and luxury fit according to the Global Fit Strategy.In close partnership with Design, Creative Directors, and Product Development, this role helps translate conceptual vision into well-balanced, technically sound garments—owning the fit and pattern process from concept to production. About The Role:Pattern Development & Fit ExecutionOwn the development of fit and size charts for fully fashioned and seamless sweaters (e.g., flat-knit, circular knit) and of first patterns for cut-and-sew jersey (e.g., Hoodies, tees, dresses, layering tops).Engineer patterns to reflect fabric properties such as stretch, drape, recovery, compression, and rib behavior.Collaborate with Creative Directors and Designers to interpret design sketches and translate them into wearable, production-ready fit.Collaborate with Director of Global Fit in building fit blocks and block library for jersey products.Product Creation & CollaborationAttend IRL (in-person) product concept sessions with Design and Product Development to co-develop early style direction.Work alongside Product Development to create the first pattern or size charts as part of the corresponding tech pack created by PD.Participate in early vendor or atelier hand-offs to ensure the pattern and spec package are aligned for accurate prototyping.Fit Sessions & IterationLead or attend fit sessions to evaluate fully fashioned, seamless, and jersey garments for silhouette, ease, stretch performance, and appearance on-body.Execute pattern corrections and garment refinements based on fit observations. Remake and re-own patterns when substantial changes are required.Ensure fit consistency and comfort across sizes and styles, aligned with brand fit blocks and grading standards.Seamless & Knitwear-Specific InnovationWork with vendors and product teams to align pattern structure with yarn behavior, gauge, stitch density, and machine capability—especially for seamless or engineered knit styles.Understand and optimize construction techniques used in both traditional knitwear and seamless garments (e.g., body mapping, zoned compression, engineered rib transitions).Contribute to innovation and problem solving around knit fit performance, durability, and shape retention.Standards & DocumentationAdhere to Global Fit libraries (POMs, size charts, grade rules) and help ensure technical consistency across knitwear and jersey categories.Collaborate with Product Development and vendors to communicate technical fit intent clearly and accurately.Support seasonal fit reviews and share knit- and jersey-specific insights with the product creation team. About You:Experience & Education:5+ years of pattern making or technical design experience in fully fashioned knitwear, seamless knitwear, and cut-and-sew jersey.Experience working with Creative Directors, high-end designers, or technical vendors in luxury or premium apparel brands.Degree or certification in Fashion Design, Pattern Making, Knitwear Design, or a related technical field.Familiarity with knitwear development systems (e.g., Shima Seiki, Stoll) and CAD pattern systems (e.g., Gerber); 3D software experience (e.g., CLO) is a plus.Technical Expertise:Deep understanding of knit stitch structures, shaping techniques, gauge behavior, shrinkage, and fabric performance in fully fashioned and seamless garments.Proficiency in pattern development for jersey fabrics and managing technical challenges like fabric growth, distortion, and transparency.Skilled in interpreting and applying yarn specifications, knit-down samples, and vendor capabilities to pattern design.Communication & Collaboration:Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to translate fit intent to non-technical partners and global vendors.Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional partners including Design, PD, and Technical Teams.Experience working with global supply chain partners in knitwear or jersey manufacturing is an asset.Attributes:Passionate about jersey, luxury knitwear and the technical artistry of stretch-based fit.Highly detail-oriented with a precision-focused approach to garment balance, comfort, and silhouette.Problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, iterative development cycles.Flexible, collaborative, and energized by innovation in textile and construction technologies. Additional Requirements:Ability to travel occasionally for vendor visits, fittings, or manufacturing support (