Position:Assistant Technologist
Location: London, SW1P
Contract Type: Temporary, ASAP until end of March 2025
Salary: £145 per day
Tate Recruitment are excited to partner with a prestigious British luxury fashion brand to recruit an Assistant Technologist. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised brand known for its commitment to excellence, quality, and innovation.
Job Purpose:
The Assistant Technologist will play a crucial role in supporting and participating in upstream risk management of raw materials from the development phase to production, ensuring alignment with the highest quality standards, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
*Assist in risk assessments of raw materials across various product categories.
*Attend cross-functional meetings, provide guidance on risk mitigation, and produce detailed meeting notes and responses.
*Deliver clear technical direction to Raw Material Development, Product Engineering, and Production teams.
*Review and validate raw materials and specifications against the brand’s quality standards.
*Ensure adherence to development and production timelines for timely delivery of technical information.
*Support in resolving critical development issues promptly.
*Complete and manage electronic test request forms and ensure expeditious delivery of test reports.
*Maintain testing raw material trackers and update systems such as Flex PLM as needed.
*Assist in engineering textile raw materials and attend supplier meetings to develop in-depth knowledge of supplier capabilities.
*Foster partnerships with suppliers to achieve material development goals and hold them accountable for meeting specifications and standards.
*Ensure accurate and complete data input within PLM for assigned raw materials.
Personal Profile:
*Degree in Textile Technology or equivalent.
*Sourcing/procurement and quality management experience is advantageous.
*Strong analytical and organisational skills.
*Interest in technology and engineering.
*Resilient, dedicated, and socially adept.
*Proactive in building and maintaining partnerships internally and externally.
Why Apply?
This is an unparalleled chance to work with a renowned luxury fashion brand and contribute to high-profile projects. You will collaborate with talented teams, broaden your expertise in raw material technology, and enhance your career in the fashion industry.
Interested candidates should submit their CV promptly. Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your expertise and join a team that is shaping the future of luxury fashion.
Tate Recruitment are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.
Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.
Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.