Garment Technologist

Our client is a design and production to delivery supplier specialising in women’s, men’s and kid’s nightwear and loungewear. Based in London, they have a small, close knit team covering design, pattern cutting, technical, merchandising and finance and supply some of the top high street brands as well as smaller boutique brands.
Due to expansion, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Garment Technologist to work closely with the UK based team, customers and overseas factories in order to ensure the efficient production of all garments.

Garment Technologist - The Role:
•    Manage the technical development of garments from initial prototype through to bulk production, ensuring products meet customer requirements, quality standards, and critical path deadlines.
•    Liaise and communicate effectively with customers, factories, and internal teams through email, telephone, Microsoft teams and face-to-face meetings.
•    Evaluate fit samples on mannequins and provide accurate fit assessments, approvals, and recommendations in line with customer expectations.
•    Work closely with the Pattern Cutter to review and implement pattern amendments following fit sessions and customer feedback, ensuring efficient progression through the approval process.
•    Prepare and maintain detailed technical specifications, garment workbooks, factory packs, and related documentation.
•    Produce clear technical comments, measurements, and illustrations to support factory understanding and minimise production errors.
•    Digitise and manage pattern files, ensuring accurate distribution to manufacturing partners.
•    Act as the primary technical contact for factories, providing guidance and support on fit, construction, pattern, grading, and manufacturing issues.
•    Manage the submission, review, and approval of garment testing reports, ensuring compliance with customer standards and relevant regulations.
•    Take ownership of assigned customer accounts, providing technical expertise throughout the product development and production lifecycle.
•    Ensure all products meet agreed quality standards, customer requirements, and applicable legislative and regulatory obligations.
•    Review and approve garment measurements, workmanship, labels, tickets, barcodes, packaging, and other production components prior to manufacture.
•    Identify and resolve technical issues proactively to support on-time delivery and continuous product improvement.
•    Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the product development process.

Garment Technologist - The Candidate:
•    At least 8 years experience in a similar role
•    Pattern cutting and garment construction knowledge
•    Be able to amend minor changes on paper patterns yourself
•    Knowledge and understanding of grade rules
•    Experienced in liaising with customers directly and building a strong relationship
•    Sound technical knowledge of different fabric bases
•    Strong knowledge of measuring and fitting
•    Strong computer literacy skills and knowledge of fit logs
•    Organised with the ability to prioritise daily workloads
•    Professional personality with confident communication skills
•    Adaptable and flexible with the ability to work as both part of a team and on your own initiative.
•    Experience of nightwear is preferable but not essential

Garment Technologist - The Package:
•    Competitive salary DOE
•    Hybrid working 

Please note that due to the anticipated interest in these roles only short listed candidates will be contacted.
By applying for this role you have consented to the u&i Search GDPR Policy.