My client is a UK-based apparel supplier with over 50 years of experience working with leading retailers some of which include Next, Urban Outfitters, and River Island. They specialise in knitwear and jerseywear, supported by a global network of partner factories across countries such as Turkey, India and China.
Their UK studio delivers design, development and sampling with industry-leading speed. As they enter a new phase of operational focus and growth, they are strengthening their technical team to ensure world-class fit, quality and consistency across all product categories. Therefore i am looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to join the team, to take ownership of Garment approval from development through to production. (Across Jersey and Knitwear product)
This is a full-time posistion based in Leicestershire (Onsite / Hybrid)
Garment Technologist - The Role
We are looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to take ownership of garment approval from development through to production.
This is a key technical position within the business. You will be responsible for:
* Leading fit sessions and managing fit comments with clarity and authority
* Owning garment specifications and grading accuracy
* Ensuring consistency between approved samples and bulk production
* Managing technical communication with overseas factories
* Identifying construction risks before production
* Resolving quality issues quickly and commercially
* Working closely with Design, Sales and Production
Garment Technologist - The candidate and what we are looking for :
* Strong experience in jerseywear (and knitwear preferable)
* Excellent understanding of garment construction, grading and tolerances
* Confident leading fit meetings independently
* Experience working with UK high street retailers
* Strong technical knowledge of fabrics and wash processes
* Ability to manage multiple critical paths under pressure
* Excellent communication skills
* Detail-oriented but commercially pragmatic
Garment Technologist - Why join their team -
* Direct impact role within a growing leadership team
* Opportunity to shape technical standards across the business
* Exposure to major UK retailers
* Stable, long-term opportunity with clear direction
* Collaborative and experienced in-house team
* Full-time permanent position