Our Client is a premium womenswear brand going through an exciting period of growth and looking to grow their garment technology /product development team.
They are looking for a Garment Technologist/Product Developer to be a part of a small friendly team to work closely with the production and design team to ensure our luxury fashion products meet the highest standard of quality, aesthetics, and market appeal.
The Role:
• Work with the design team on development and technical requirements/advise across new styles, fabrics, components, and trims
• Demonstrate technical knowledge to support the quality of the brand
• Assist in compiling full tech packs for each style to issue to factories
• Attend fittings; accurately log comments in the tech packs to issue to the factories
• Adhere to best practice sample process flow chart
• Understand fabric technical specifications/ test reports and wash care requirements
• Liaise with factories in a professional and productive manner
• Adhere to the critical path and communicate daily with factories
• Collaborate with the design team on the development of product samples co-ordinating with pattern makers and other relevant parties to achieve desired aesthetics and fit
• Work with the team on garment, fabric, and lab dip approvals and build strong relationships with the suppliers internal teams, and stakeholders
• Assist with seasonal fabric sourcing and help to build upon our manufacturing bases
• Working across all product categories; softs, tailoring, knitwear, and accessories.
The Candidate
• Holds a recognised qualification in garment design technology or a similar related field
• Experience in a similar womenswear role is essential
• Knowledge of garment construction manufacture process, methods, and textile properties is required
• Ability to solve problems that arise during the product development process
• Confident, clear, and professional communicator
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload
• Accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
• Knowledge of and experience in working with premium womenswear is desirable
• Ability to update and work within the critical path
• Excel, numeracy, and organisational skills
• CAD knowledge and design software is desirable
• Self-motivated and a team player
• Willing to travel to locations within the UK and within Europe when required.
Hybrid working allowed 2-3 days in the office