Garment Technologists

EXPERIENCED GARMENT TECHNOLOGISTS (ASSISTANT AND SENIOR LEVELS REQUIRED)

GLOBAL MENSWEAR BRAND

GREATER MANCHESTER (head office based)

Our client is one of the fastest growing Menswear fashion labels in the UK and experiencing global online growth, and now seeking experienced Garment Technologists (Assistant and Senior levels) to join their dynamic team in Greater Manchester, and join them on their exciting global journey.

THE ROLE
- To manage the fit, size & function of styles from concept to launch.
- Establish fit blocks and technical standards for the brand.
- To provide accurate size charts with consistent size grading which form part of the tech packs to suppliers.
- To stick to the critical path with the product team, to execute a well-balanced and commercial range plan. Ensure all timelines are met including tech packs and sample deadlines.
- Bring to market, world class, fit for purpose product, built and engineered to BRANDS standards.
- To attend prototype review meetings, size set, PP and production sample meetings and take the lead in all fit sessions. Fitting garments to a high standard, gathering accurate feedback to provide detailed comments to the factories.
- Work with the rest of the product team to create new garment specs and collaborating to determine best fabric and trim combinations.
- Responsible for the day-to-day Garment Tech operational tasks, to deliver the goals and objectives as set by the Head of Menswear - in line with the company vision.
- Independently plan and organise allocated workload. To ensure that all tech-packs are of the highest standard and can be accurately translated by the factory into the best quality 1st Prototypes.
- Co-ordinate daily communication with all suppliers including chasing samples.
- Manage any relevant testing and test reports. Approval of care labels. Communicate any issues and find solutions to any problems that may arise.
- Thorough checks of all samples submitted to ensure they meet the brands high fabric and construction standards.
- Be confident that the current supply base is compliant and transparent.
- Provide technical skills and expertise to ensure that all garments are fit for purpose.
- Ability to understand, recommend, and execute commercial construction solutions
- Maintain & update the sample tracker report
- accuracy is critical
- Request and analyze all AQL reports and act on any issues.
- Request and analyze customer returns reports (REBOUND) to gain an insight into any potential problems.
- Regularly visit the warehouse to randomly check all production to check for any issues, before goods are released to the customer.
- Be prepared to visit factories including international travel, independently or with a co-worker.
- Awareness of all factory shipment dates.
- Be prepared to visit factories including international travel, independently or with a co-worker.
- Awareness of all factory shipment dates.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Collaborative, non
- political approach
Appropriate qualification in apparel sector or equivalent work experience
Experience working with global Activewear / Sportswear apparel brands
Excellent garment construction and engineering skills.
Ability to measure and grade to a high standard.
Sound understanding of fabrics and testing methods.

Knowledge of pattern making an advantage but not essential
Demonstrate a pro-active approach to problem solving
Flexible and open to evolving business needs and priorities
Strong commercial awareness with an ability to identify risk and confidently provide solutions
Experience in a fast-paced environment
Extensive knowledge of Excel.
Hands on approach.
Takes responsibility to update sample update reports
Strong organizational skills.

MUST HAVE
- Sportswear or branded apparel experience.
- Knowledge and passion for sustainability.
- Experience & understanding of garment/fabric test reports.

MUST HAVE
2 x year Garment Technologist experience.
Factory experience
Pattern cutting skills
Excellent garment construction knowledge
Excellent communication skills

IDEALLY LIKE
- Flexible and open to evolving business needs and priorities
- Own the role and make things happen.
- Strong commercial awareness with an ability to identify product risk and confidently provide solutions
- Experience in a fast-paced environment
- Love Product

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: Up to £36,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Manchester, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Garment construction menswear: 2 years (required)
- fit sessions: 2 years (required)
- working with overseas suppliers in China/ Far East: 2 years (required)