Overview
Garment Technologist | Fashion | High Growth Brand | Manchester | Circa £35,000
We are looking for a Garment Technologist who can take a design from concept sketch to ready-to-wear reality with their wider team. If you are passionate about turning bold creative visions into perfectly fitted, premium garments and thrive in the fast pace of a high-performance fashion brand, this is your chance to make a real impact.
In this established role you will own a large proportion of the garment tech function, lead a team of technologists, and act as the vital link between design, buying, and production. Your leadership and technical expertise will ensure every garment looks incredible, fits, performs, and delivers on the brand promises.
What You’ll Do
* Own the fit process from first sample to final production, ensuring impeccable fit, finish, and feel.
* Lead the garment tech function, guiding team members through grading, sample management, and approvals.
* Protect the design vision as garments move into production, aligning details with our standards of excellence.
* Oversee technical specifications, testing, and quality control, including test reports, AQL checks, care labels, and supplier manuals.
* Bridge design and production to ensure smooth collaboration and efficient delivery across development stages.
* Manage the critical path and sample trackers, keeping timelines on track and milestones met.
* Work closely with suppliers; maintain daily communication, review supply bases, and introduce new partners to support growth.
* Set up best practices; standardised blocks, accurate specs, and grading processes to streamline operations and scale effectively.
* Drive innovation in garment technology; improve fit, comfort, and construction while staying ahead of fashion trends.
* Deliver against KPIs, ensuring quality benchmarks, return rates, cost targets, and timelines are achieved.
* Seal production with confidence; make key decisions that guarantee market-ready products of the highest standard.
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience as an established garment technologist within a fast-paced fashion brand (3-5 years).
* Expert knowledge of garment fit, grading, fabrics, and construction.
* Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a team.
* Excellent communication and collaboration with design, buying, and production teams.
* A solutions-driven, strategic mindset with a passion for innovation.
* Confidence in supplier management and global production processes.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design
Industries
Retail Apparel and Fashion
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