Full job descriptionGarment Technologist

Oxfordshire

£40,000–£50,000 DOE

Permanent

We are recruiting an experienced Garment Technologist for an
established and growing UK clothing business. This is an
excellent opportunity for someone who wants to take genuine
ownership of their technical discipline rather than operate as
one small part of a large department.

The business is continuing to invest in its product range,
supplier network and internal technical capability, creating an
opportunity for the successful person to build on strong
foundations while continuing to improve processes, product
quality and garment development.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders and international
manufacturing partners, with significant autonomy to manage your
own priorities and influence how the technical function develops.

The Role

As Garment Technologist, you will take responsibility for the
technical development and performance of a varied clothing range
from initial development through to production.

You will work across garment construction, fit, fabrics,
technical specifications, sampling, quality and supplier
management while ensuring products consistently meet the required
commercial and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage garment development from initial concept and
sample stages through to production.

· Create, review and maintain accurate technical packs and
product specifications.

· Manage garment measurements, sizing and fit requirements.

· Review samples and provide clear technical feedback to
suppliers and manufacturers.

· Assess garment construction, fabrics, trims and
components.

· Support fabric testing, fittings and pre-production
approvals.

· Maintain accurate size charts and technical
documentation.

· Manage colour standards, fabric swatches and sample
approvals.

· Work closely with overseas suppliers and manufacturing
partners throughout the development process.

· Identify and resolve technical or quality issues before
products reach production.

· Build effective long-term relationships with suppliers.

· Recommend improvements to garment construction, materials
and manufacturing methods.

· Monitor product performance and customer feedback to
identify opportunities for improvement.

· Support the continued development of technical and
quality processes.

· Work collaboratively with purchasing, product, quality
and senior leadership teams.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone with strong practical garment
technology experience who is confident operating independently
and taking ownership of their work.

You will ideally have:

· Previous experience working as a Garment Technologist or
within a closely related apparel technical role.

· Strong understanding of garment construction and
manufacturing techniques.

· Good technical knowledge of fabrics, materials and
components.

· Experience creating and managing technical packs.

· Knowledge of garment sizing, fit and measurements.

· Experience reviewing and approving garment samples.

· Experience working with overseas suppliers or
manufacturers.

· Excellent technical problem-solving skills.

· The ability to communicate technical information clearly
to different audiences.

· Confidence managing multiple projects and priorities.

· Strong supplier and stakeholder-management skills.

The Person

This business operates with a high level of trust and autonomy,
so this opportunity will particularly suit someone who enjoys
taking responsibility and making things happen.

You will need to be:

· Proactive and self-motivated.

· Comfortable working independently.

· Adaptable when priorities change.

· Confident challenging existing ways of working.

· Resilient when dealing with technical or supplier issues.

· Comfortable communicating with senior stakeholders.

· Commercially aware as well as technically strong.

· Someone who looks for solutions rather than waiting for
instruction.

You will be given the opportunity to make the position your own
and influence how the technical function develops as the business
continues to grow.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers the combination of technical ownership, autonomy
and influence.

Rather than joining a heavily layered technical department, you
will have the opportunity to work closely with decision-makers,
develop supplier relationships, improve existing processes and
directly influence the quality and development of future
products.