Maggy Tran

Technical Designer with over 10 years of apparel industry experience spanning Merchandising and Technical Design, specializing in women's activewear, sportswear, knit and woven garments. Experienced in garment fit evaluation, pattern analysis, grading validation, construction engineering and vendor collaboration from development through production. Proven ability to identify fit and manufacturing risks, provide technical solutions and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet brand standards, cost targets and consumer expectations.

Technical Designer at PoongIn (2019-08 – Present)

Brands: Athleta, Rhone, JCPenney (ANA, Liz & Worthington). Categories: Knit & Woven Top / Bottom / Dress / Outerwear / Jacket / Activewear.

• Completed Athleta Fit Block Grading Standard Training (2023) & Fit Block Standard Training (2023-2024) in HongKong.
• Worked as certified VTD for JCPenney ANA on behalf of TD Manager (since 2023).
• 1st Prize – Christmas Decoration Presentation (2022).
• 1st Prize – Poongin Technical Design Training (2019).
• Conduct garment fit evaluations and provide technical recommendations to achieve optimal fit balance and functionality.
• Analyze fit, grading, construction and workmanship issues and develop corrective actions with pattern and sample teams.
• Partner with brand Technical Designers during virtual fit sessions to finalize fit standards, construction details and measurement.
• Review pattern revisions, grading execution and measurement accuracy across size ranges.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend cost-effective construction solutions while maintaining product quality.
• Lead fit block projects and collaborate with CAD, patternmaking and 3D teams to improve fit consistency.
• Evaluate 3D garments using Browzwear and CLO to identify fit, balance and construction concerns before sampling.
• Self-approve fit samples, PPS samples and sealing samples for Women's Plus and Petite for ANA.

Sample Merchandiser at PoongIn (2017-10 – 2019-08)

Brands: Victoria, Ann Taylor. Categories: woven sleeping wear, Knit & Woven Dress.

• Manage sampling from development to TOP sample.
• Attend model fittings, coordinated with factory and CAD team for corrections.
• Arrange worksheet (fit comment, measurement, construction and BOM details).
• Work with CAD, pattern, and QC to ensure quality and timeline compliance.

Merchandising Assistant Manager at Un-Available Ltd Co. (2015-11 – 2017-09)

Brands: Palace, Saturdays. Categories: Knit & Woven top / bottom / dress / outerwear.

• Support sales team to ensure quality and timely delivery of samples and bulk.
• Coordinate across departments to manage timelines and resolve production issues.
• Work with third-party to improve garment quality.
• Sourced new suppliers for better cost, quality and lead time.
• Streamline workflow and documented SOPs to enhance efficiency.

Merchandising Assistant Manager at Nobland International (2014-04 – 2015-10)

Brands: Aritzia, Everland. Categories: Knit & Woven top / dress.

• Managed samples from development to bulk production.
• Coordinated fit comments, materials and timelines with agents and factory.
• Track sample progress across sampling stages and report status to supervisor.
• Support TD and sample room to solve fit / measurement / construction / workmanship issues.
• Handle shipment documents with import / export teams.

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration – Troy University