Job Description
Fabric Technologists (Womenswear)
Long-established international clothing manufacturer requires two Fabric Technologists for its London office to develop and source new fabrics and form part of a multi-functional Womenswear team dedicated to the design, development and production of garments for several leading clothing retailers.
One role will be a permanent role and the other role will be for maternity cover.
Responsibilities:
1. Working with fabric suppliers to sample or develop fabrics required.
2. To ensure fabric sourcing and innovation is in line with our strategic sourcing of garments.
3. To ensure fabric developments are cost effective.
4. To ensure all colours required are lab dyed, submitted to the customer and approved and distributed to relevant factories.
5. To discuss and agree solutions with suppliers if test results are sub standard.
6. To risk assess new fabrics.
7. To ensure all fibre composition testing is complete and appropriate care labels issued.
8. To ensure all technical files are kept up to date.
Skills and Requirements:
1. Educated to degree standard.
2. Relevant experience of fabric technology in the clothing industry.
3. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
4. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
5. A confident, proactive approach capable of working effectively in a team under pressure in a demanding fast-paced environment.
6. Ability to interact effectively with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
We offer an attractive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package, and 25 days holiday per annum in addition to bank holidays.
Compensation:
Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Additional Pay:
* Bonus scheme
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Fabric Technical: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: FTech1/2
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