Garment Technologist

3 weeks ago

Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Yours Full time

Role Overview

The Garment Technologist will be responsible for implementing the technical strategy for the OURS range of products for Outerwear, Tailored jackets & Bottoms, working closely with the technical and buying teams to deliver product consistent with the company's desired fit and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fitting all products to ensure buyers' briefs are met.
  • Writing fit comments for suppliers and acting as the technical liaison.
  • Approving graded size charts.
  • Ensuring consistent fit across the range.
  • Assisting in the management and development of the basic block library.
  • Approving care labelling and testing requirements, as well as communication decisions to suppliers.
  • Organizing and coordinating wearer trials.
  • Ensuring suppliers adhere to supplier compliance, challenging and managing underperformance where necessary.
  • Actively participating in monitoring all returns and customer feedback.
  • Reading and advising on test reports, and advising on the suitability of fabrics.
  • Visiting suppliers regularly to comment on their capability to meet requirements.
  • Assisting in the maintenance of the supplier manual.
  • Visiting stores and working closely with retail colleagues.
  • Overseeing critical path management from the technical department with the buying team.
  • Staying informed about relevant product safety, legislation and standards to ensure products comply with these through product evaluation and risk assessment.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • A relevant qualification at degree or equivalent level.
  • Experience of the manufacturing environment, preferably within garment technology, pattern cutting, grading and product development.
  • In-depth understanding of different fabric shapes and fits, i.e. jersey, wovens etc.
  • Adequate experience in either a retailer or supplier, ideally a minimum of 3 years' experience at a similar level.
  • Experience of working within a multiple brand retailer preferable.
  • Ability to convey technical detail clearly to a layman.
  • Proficient user of Microsoft and Excel.
  • Exceptional communication, organisation and prioritisation skills.
  • Effective communicator, presenter and team player.
  • Ability to adopt a flexible approach when required, and to think swiftly.
  • Excellent time management and organisation skills.
  • Confident working in a fast-paced environment, and able to prioritise projects.
  • Proactive and keen to take on new tasks.

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