Job Overview
A leading high street supplier in London is seeking a Senior Outerwear Garment Technologist to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the product range is delivered on time and meets quality standards.
The ideal candidate will have experience as a Women's Senior Outerwear Garment Technologist and be able to cover men's and children's products. They will work closely with the technical manager and product design teams to deliver a commercial range.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain product performance through up-skilling, testing, and monitoring.
* Ensure manufacturing methods are achievable in bulk production.
* Communicate effectively with suppliers, demonstrating initiative and creative thinking.
* Collaborate with the outerwear department to prepare graded specifications, patterns, diagrams, and fit comments.
* Visit suppliers to improve quality, relationships, and knowledge of manufacturing processes.
Requirements:
* Garment/Fabric Technologist QA/QC/PD experience working at an advanced level, preferably for a fashion supplier or high street retailer.
* Knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, fitting, fabric testing, and care labels.
* Experience working with Microsoft Office and PLM/Centric is an advantage.
* Ability to analyze risks, think innovatively, and solve problems.
* Degree-level qualifications in a relevant discipline.
Estimated Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum