Garment Technologist

Lingerie Designer Leicester Ready to land your dream role? My client supplies some of the most well-known names on the UK high street. A rare opportunity has arisen for a talented designer to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving and ambitious business, offering excellent potential to drive your career forwards. You will: Research key trends, styles, shapes, colours, prints and fabrics appropriate to the in-house brands, complete comp shops and attend key trade shows. CAD and re-colour new and existing ranges Consider marketing opportunities with marketing team on new products Develop a strong working relationship with the team Be aware of critical path dates that affect your department, initial sketch through to correct concept samples, salesman samples and photography Understand the brands block shapes, size range and size splits Attend internal Fit meetings working closely with the technical team to improve product knowledge and ensure the fit and aesthetic of each style consistently reaches the highest standards of fit and quality. Whenever necessary attend customer presentations/meetings, and work with the team to prepare for these key meetings. Attend internal design meetings. Design and develop styles/ranges to a brief, understanding target prices and product types Thorough follow up of design development with the team in FE, including weekly conference calls, ensuring reactive feedback to confirm the right execution and comprehension Utilise FE sourcing facility to engineer product development Work to a creation process when developing new CADs or re-colouring existing designs Maintain a professional and confidential approach to the business If this sounds like it could be for you, we’d love to hear more.

Senior Import/Wholesale Merchandiser Manchester A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Senior Merchandiser to join a well-established client based in Manchester. This is a senior role looking after the company’s biggest accounts. Working with key accounts and reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for: Costing brand specific product ranges with suppliers (based in Bangladesh, Pakistan & China). Margin calculations maintaining the company directive. Raising detailed POs to suppliers. Maintaining & updating critical paths specific to the orders. Liaising with suppliers on submissions dates (lab dips, fit samples, labelling/trims, pre-production samples, production samples). Liaising with customers regarding delivery updates & sampling requests (submissions/photo samples). Arranging shipments with our nominated forwarder ensuring delivery is kept on time. Booking goods in with the end customer’s warehouse upon arrival. Informing the accounts team of details needed for invoicing. Analysing sales reports from your key account to identify any potential for re-sales or missing categories to boost trade. Reporting findings back to the MDs & design team. Attending buying meetings Skills required: Excellent time management Microsoft product experience (excel, word etc). Confidence in speaking with retailers and suppliers on both email & phone. A good understanding of the wholesale side order process from initial costing to delivery. Knowledge of shipping would be an advantage. Extensive experience in a similar role. Benefits: Excellent transport links to site. Work from home Fridays Auto enrolment into the workplace pension scheme after probation period (optional opt in/out available). Close knit team working together in an open plan environment giving insight into all aspects of the business. Growing company increasing turnover greatly year on year. Working hours are: Mon - Thurs 8.30am-4.30pm (office based) Fri - 9am-3pm (working from home)

Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager / Buyer Manchester Our client, a dynamic company, is seeking a Senior Merchandiser / Account Manager / Buyer to join their team based in Central Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in Merchandising, Account Management and Buying to play a key role within a close-knit company. They foster a collaborative working environment and are looking for a proactive individual to contribute to their growth and success. Key Responsibilities A pivotal role for a key team member who oversees the Merchandising side of the business One junior to oversee and another senior to work alongside and guide / support as needed. Working with a team of 5 designers, 2 garment techs, one senior merch and one junior merch as the wider team, outside of logistics / finance etc. Reporting to the directors. To nurture and manage various customer accounts from concept to delivery. Engage with customers to hold regular meetings, take seasonal briefs and maintain / grow current business. Work with design and tech team to create concept to be presented to customers. Oversee production of collection and brief out to supply base in conjunction with design and tech teams, while controlling CP for seasonal development. Negotiate prices with suppliers. Monitor and manage sample trackers / sample development leadtimes. Present collections to customers in conjunction with directors / design team. Place POs and manage Order Summary. Maintain and manage CP with regular communication with suppliers and customers on a weekly basis. Carry out product review meetings with directors, design and tech teams on a daily / weekly basis. Ensure goods are made to required standards alongside tech team with regards to factory audits, compliance, product testing, AQL reports etc. Working with logistics team to ensure packing lists, shipping schedules, product approvals are in place and correct. Nurturing and managing supply base to balance production volumes and brands between supply base to maximise efficiency and skill across supply base. Building relationships is vital to this role, whether with internal team, supplier side or with customers. Ideal Candidate Proven experience as a Merchandiser, Account Manager, or Buyer within the apparel sector. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Managing multiple projects is key so applicants must have exceptional management skills and an eye for detail. If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in Manchester, we would love to hear from you.

Garment Technologist - Ladieswear Birmingham My client offers timeless clothing that appeals to women of all ages. They pride themselves on quality and style, ensuring their customers find the perfect outfit for any occasion. They are seeking a Garment Technologist to join the team, you will play a crucial part in upholding the commitment to quality and innovation in ladies' fashion. Key Responsibilities: • Take full responsibility for fit, technical standards, and quality expectations for assigned product categories, from first fit through to production. • Lead and participate in weekly fit sessions alongside the Buying team, offering technical advice and recommending fit improvements. • Measure, evaluate, and prepare fit samples; finalise specifications including grading using electronic tools. • Clearly instruct suppliers on garment fit, construction, and quality expectations. Ensure all specs and quality standards are understood and maintained. • Maintain a consistent fit aligned with the customer expectations. Conduct detailed quality assessments and identify areas for improvement. • Raise and manage all specification sheets and ensure they align with critical path timelines. • Review and interpret test reports, conduct risk assessments, and approve wash care instructions. • Work closely with the Buying team to seal styles on time. Monitor and chase all stages of the critical path to prevent delays. • Assist with stock buy processing, manage sample storage areas, and support warehouse operations as needed. • Oversee and maintain sample storage areas including reference sections, production samples, photoshoot samples, shipment samples, and stock buys—ensuring timely stock rotation. Required Skills & Experience: • Strong understanding of garment construction, patterns, and grading. • High attention to detail with a strong eye for fit and quality. • Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with internal teams and suppliers. • Ability to manage multiple priorities within critical deadlines. • Proficiency with electronic workbooks and technical specification documentation.