Assistant Garment Technologist – Menswear
Based in Enderby, Leicester. Typical working pattern: 5 days in office with flexible core hours between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm once the role is embedded.
About the Role
Our Garment Technology teams ensure Next’s menswear products meet the highest quality standards. Working closely with Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers and Fabric Technologists, you will support the entire product critical path from design concept to final delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Garment Technology process from design concept to delivery, focusing on quality improvement.
* Develop and drive technical innovation and product improvements within the Menswear team.
* Approve and progress the range, ensuring good quality standards and clear written and verbal communication internally and externally.
* Manage the supply base to meet quality expectations.
* Monitor product quality throughout the season, conduct audits and use findings to further enhance quality.
About You
* Strong team player with excellent people skills for multi‑functional collaboration.
* Experience and eye for garment technology, fit, manufacturing, construction and performance.
* Drive and initiative to generate and implement new ideas in your department.
* Capability to expand knowledge across different product areas.
Sponsorship
Candidates needing sponsorship must meet the Home Office requirements. For more information see https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa. We encourage early applications; the advert may close earlier than advertised if the position is filled.
Benefits
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT)
* Company performance‑based bonus
* Sharesave scheme
* On‑site nursery, OFSTED outstanding in all areas
* 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
* Early VIP access to sale stock
* Access to fantastic discounts at Staff Shops
* Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
* Digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
* Free on‑site parking
* Financial Wellbeing – Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
* Apprenticeship – Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
* Direct to Work – Discount online and in‑store, free next‑day collection from your work location or local store
* Support Networks – Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
* Wellhub – Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, apps, PT sessions and more
Workplace Adjustments
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. If you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, contact us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line) or call 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
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