Senior Garment Technologist | Manchester | Premium Womenswear | £35,000 - £50,000 DOE
About the Brand:
Where quality meets elevated, detail-driven design.
They are a premium womenswear brand on a mission to deliver beautifully crafted collections that embody creativity, modern elegance, and timeless sophistication. Their clean, contemporary shapes are designed for the confident, empowered woman, celebrating femininity with subtle strength and effortless style.
Female empowerment is at the heart of everything they do, and they are quietly making noise, on a clear and humble mission to rise and lead within their space. With rapid yet stable growth, this is an exciting time to join a brand that is shaping the future of premium womenswear.
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Garment Technologist to join our clients growing team. Reporting directly to the Founder and working closely with a Junior Garment Technologist, you'll be the guardian of fit and quality excellence, ensuring that product always delivers on brand promise.
Beyond managing day-to-day technical processes, you'll bring ideas for smarter, more efficient ways of working, optimising fit sessions, spec & tech packs, workbooks, and communication with suppliers. You'll partner closely with design, development, and production teams, creating a seamless flow from concept through to beautifully finished product.
Key Responsibilities as the Senior Technologist:
Lead and oversee all aspects of garment technology, from development to final production.
Ensure fit, quality, and construction standards are consistently upheld across collections.
Manage fit sessions, measurement processes, spec creation, and technical workbooks.
Oversee sampling, testing, and quality assurance for fabrics, trims, and colours.
Communicate effectively with suppliers to resolve technical issues and drive improvements.
Mentor and guide the Junior Garment Technologist, supporting their development.
Collaborate closely with design to align on creative vision while protecting technical integrity.
Continuously improve processes for greater efficiency and precision in product development.
The Ideal Candidate:
Extensive experience as a Garment Technologist, ideally within premium womenswear. At least 4+ years in industry.
A sharp eye for fit, fabric, and finish - with a passion for elevated, modern womenswear.
Proven ability to manage suppliers and technical processes with clarity and authority.
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with an efficient and proactive approach.
Collaborative and confident in cross-team working, particularly with design and production.
A natural mentor, with experience supporting and developing junior team members.
Detail-driven, resilient, and excited to contribute to a brand with strong values and growth ambition.
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