At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage fit sessions, liaise with suppliers, and ensure product quality across lingerie and swimwear.
- Company: Boux Avenue, a modern and inclusive brand for all sizes and styles.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous discounts, good holiday entitlement, and a fun working environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic workplace with regular social events and opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact on quality and fit in fashion.
- Qualifications: Degree educated with 8+ years in lingerie or swimwear, strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 29250 - 35750 £ per year.
Boux Avenue is an online business with stores acting as a showroom, offering lingerie, nightwear, swimwear, and beachwear. We are looking for a Garment Technologist with experience in these areas.
What will your duties be as a Garment Technologist?
- Managing weekly fit sessions on multiple sized models
- Managing the sealing process and flagging any delays to the buying team
- Sending clear, concise and accurate fit comments within the week
- Liaising with suppliers in the UK and abroad including the Far East
- Working closely with the design, buying, and merchandising teams
- Reviewing tech packs with designers to assess material and construction requirements
- Reviewing graded size specs and advising suppliers where they need to be amended
- Thorough understanding of product testing with the ability to review test reports and highlight any issues to the buying team
- Ensuring all products comply with REACH legislation
- Liaising with the warehouse QC department on bulk inspections
- Ensuring that our high fit and quality standards are maintained at all times
- Constantly looking for ways to push and improve the quality and fit of the brand
What are we looking for in you?
- Educated to Degree level
- At least 8 years experience with either a retailer or supplier across lingerie, nightwear, and swimwear product categories
- Extensive knowledge and experience of reading and analysing test reports
- Extensive knowledge of bra construction and manufacturing techniques
- Experience in managing a small team
- Factory experience would be beneficial
- Sustainability experience would be beneficial
- Knowledge of Prop 65 would be beneficial
- Excellent attention to detail with good organisation skills
- Proactive and enjoy problem solving
- Ability to multi-task and maintain focus when under pressure
- A confident communicator at all levels
- Able to work individually and as part of a team
Are there any benefits?
In return, you will be offered a competitive salary, good holiday entitlement, a fun working environment with regular social events, and great benefits including generous discounts across the brands within Theo Paphitis Retail Group.
Senior Garment Technologist employer: Boux Avenue
Boux Avenue is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer numerous opportunities for professional development alongside competitive benefits such as a generous holiday allowance and exclusive staff discounts. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to enhancing the digital experience in the vibrant e-commerce landscape.
