Senior Garment Technologist

Job Title: Senior Garment Technologist

• Prime working location: Suite 1, Blandel Bridge House, 56 Sloane Square, London, SW1W 8AX (hybrid working will be considered)
• Flexible to work in the Head Office, Access 12, Station Road, Theale, Berkshire
• Position: 37.5 hours a week
• Salary: Competitive
• Benefits: 22 days annual leave increasing by 1 day each completed year up to 25 days, company pension scheme, employee discount
• Reports to: Product Development/ Design manager.

The Brand:

Really Wild is a premium heritage brand going through an exciting period of growth and looking to grow their garment technology /product development team.

We are looking for a Garment Technologist to be a part of a small friendly team to work closely with the production and design team to ensure our luxury fashion products meet the highest standard of quality, aesthetics and market appeal.

The Role:

· To build a library and standardise accurate blocks and measurements for Really Wild customer and brand

· Manage QC checks and required actions with follow up procedures to factories and management team

· Investigate returns and report back to the RW team with improvements and action.

· Work with the design team on development and technical requirements/advise across new styles, fabrics, components and trims

· Demonstrate technical knowledge to support the quality of the brand

· Assist on compiling full tech packs for each style to issue to factories

· Manage fittings; cast and manage appropriate fit models, accurately log comments in the tech packs to issue to the factories

· Adhere to best practice sample process flow chart

· Understand fabric technical specifications/ test reports and wash care requirements

· Liaise with factories in a professional and productive manner

· Adhere to the critical path and communicate daily with factories

· Keep up to date with Industry knowledge regarding fits and measurements

· Collaborate with the design team on development of product samples co-ordinating with pattern makers and other relevant parties to achieve desired aesthetics and fit

· Work with the team on garment, fabric and lab dip approvals and build strong relationships with the suppliers and internal teams and stakeholders

· Working across all product categories; softs, tailoring, knitwear and accessories.

The Candidate:

· Holds a recognised qualification in garment design technology or similar related field

· At least 5 years experience in a similar role is essential

· Knowledge of garment construction manufacture process, methods and textile properties are required

· Ability to solve problems that arise during product development process

· Confident, clear and professional communicator

· Ability to work independently, prioritise workload

· Accuracy and exceptional attention to detail

· Knowledge of and experience in working with premium womenswear is essential, along with the understanding of premium country clothing.

· Ability to update and work within the critical path

· Excel, numeracy and organisational skills

· CAD knowledge and design software is desirable

· Self-motivated and a team player

· Willing to travel to locations within the UK and within Europe when required.

How To Apply:

Please apply via LinkedIn with your resume, and send a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate, either through LinkedIn or directly to recruitment@reallywildclothing.com.

The advertisement for this role will close without warning, particularly in the event of high interest. Therefore, submitting an early application is advised.