Junior Apparel Technologist

2 months ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

Internal use only – Grade H

About Us

We are The Very Group, dedicated to enhancing the lives of families. Our customers juggle numerous responsibilities, and we strive to offer them exceptional brands and products along with flexible payment solutions, enabling them to embrace the things they cherish. We are equally committed to our employees, fostering careers that provide genuine growth, purpose, belonging, and well-being.

About the Team

Our in-house Garment Technologist team operates in a dynamic environment, collaborating with suppliers across the Far East, Europe, and the UK to source and develop high-quality, trend-driven products for our customers. Reporting to the Senior Garment Technologist, you will ensure our products meet quality standards, are fit for purpose, and are safe for sale, while also optimizing speed to market, sales, and profitability, and minimizing markdowns through reduced returns.

About the Role

We are excited to offer a position for an experienced Junior Apparel Technologist. In this role, you will concentrate on the following key areas:

  • Overseeing clothing product development from initial fit to production across multiple clothing categories, collaborating closely with internal design teams, buying, merchandising, and suppliers to create outstanding products.
  • Establishing strong relationships with trading teams, sourcing hub colleagues, and suppliers to devise strategies for improvement and maximize success.
  • Gaining an understanding of departmental critical paths, supply chains, and trading calendars.
  • Acquiring knowledge of UK/EU regulations to ensure all new products comply with legal standards.
  • Supporting technologists and the global product compliance team in managing supplier quality issues as needed.
About You

We seek a candidate with prior experience at this level who possesses the following skills and qualifications:

  • Experience in clothing product development from initial fit to production within the fashion industry, demonstrating an ability to develop a product range with consistent fit and quality while collaborating with designers and suppliers.
  • Familiarity with grading and sizing regulations.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills to assess returns data effectively.
  • Understanding of manufacturing defects and strategies to prevent future occurrences.
  • Awareness of supply chain challenges, including lead times, flexibility, and supplier capabilities.
  • Highly organized with excellent communication skills.
Some of Our Benefits
  • Flexible, hybrid working model
  • An inclusive culture and environment
  • £250 flexible benefits allowance
  • 27 days of holiday plus bank holidays
  • Access to Udemy learning resources
  • Up to 25% discount on products
  • Matched pension contributions up to 6%
  • Additional benefits available on our career site
How to Apply

Please note that our talent acquisition team manages this vacancy directly. If selected for this role, you will be required to undergo credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks, and potentially a DBS check if necessary. If your application progresses, please inform the team of any disclosures related to these checks.

What Happens Next?

Our talent acquisition team will reach out if you are successful, so please monitor your emails. We will arrange a brief call to learn more about you and answer any questions you may have. If it appears we are a good fit, we will share your CV with the hiring manager for review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and may be conducted in-person or remotely.

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

1st Stage - An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the role and ask any questions you may have.

2nd Stage - A one-hour formal interview that will include both competency and technical questions, which can be held either in-person or remotely.

As an inclusive employer, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits. Please contact us to request accommodations.



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