Garment Technologist

• Be part of a growing brand built around craftsmanship, quality and timeless design
• Work closely with senior stakeholders and have a direct impact on product development
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities to develop your technical expertise and broaden your product knowledge
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual holiday allowance including bank holidays

Must have’s

• At least 3 years’ experience as a Garment Technologist or Product Developer
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fit and product development
• Experience creating technical specifications and managing tech packs
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience measuring garments, conducting fit sessions and managing sample approvals
• Ability to manage critical paths and ensure key deadlines are met
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicating with suppliers, factories and internal teams

Nice to have’s

• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
• Understanding of factory audits and sustainable manufacturing practices
• Experience sourcing fabrics and components
• Interest in competitor analysis and product benchmarking

So, what will you be doing?

• Supporting the development of high-quality products from concept through to production
• Managing assigned product categories throughout the product development lifecycle
• Creating and issuing technical packs, specifications and construction details
• Advising on fabric selection, garment construction and production-friendly solutions
• Monitoring sample development, fit approvals and factory communications
• Measuring garments and providing technical comments within agreed timelines
• Reviewing and approving testing, AQL and quality reports before shipment
• Assessing product risks and coordinating wearer trials where required
• Managing and maintaining pattern libraries and product information
• Working closely with suppliers, merchandising and operations teams to keep production on track
• Maintaining accurate critical path information and development records
• Supporting product cost engineering to meet target price points
• Providing sizing, fit and product information for marketing and customer-facing teams
• Investigating product issues and driving improvements in quality and durability
• Assisting with sourcing, sustainability initiatives and product research projects
• Factory visits may be required to support product approvals and supplier relationships
• Opportunity to attend trade shows and industry events for sourcing and product research

We are committed to reviewing every application with a sense of diversity and inclusion.

Business Park Brockworth Gloucester GL3 4AW

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