Location: Manchester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGN5540

The Company
Our client a successful fashion supplier are looking to recruit a Garment Technologist to join the team. Customers include Saltrock, Bon Marche, Juicy Couture, French Connection – to name a few This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established importer for white label & bespoke ladieswear & menswear.  Working closely with the design team and factories ensuring all work is approved and production runs efficiently and on time.
Candidates should have a “can do” positive attitude and flexible way of working.

The Role

• Measuring and fitting all samples during the development process in collaboration with designer / customer
• Developing size charts / grading
• Sending clear comments to factories: Proto, SMS, PP, Shipment
• Updating product workbooks with comprehensive fit comments and sample feedback, providing technical instructions to the supply base
• Ensuring samples are chased up and are on time to ensure critical path and delivery dates are met
• Attending fit sessions in-house
• Ensure that the garments are being produced to the required quality standard
• Reviewing AQL/ final inspections
• Investigate, evaluate and rectify any subsequent problems within the life of a product ensuring all relevant personnel are informed
• Liaising with suppliers and factories during the production to ensure technical issues are supported with clear and timely decisions to ensure shipment dates are achieved
• Liaising with designers and suppliers to offer technical guidance on new product development with the aim of reducing costs and improving quality;
• Promoting quality at all times whilst maintaining a strong commercial attitude

Skills required

• A technically oriented qualification
• A minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role in a fast-paced environment
• Multi-product experience, able to move between product areas with assurance
• Comprehensive knowledge of fitting and resolving of fit issues

Desirable Skills

• Pattern-cutting knowledge and practice is very desirable alongside the knowledge of grading and grade rules
• First-class communication skills; experience of working with different cultures and the challenges this can bring
• Able to work independently and as part of a team as the role requires
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook effectively