Main Accountabilities…

• To manage the fit, size & function of styles from concept to launch.
• To provide accurate size charts with consistent size grading which form part of the tech packs to suppliers.
• To stick to the critical path with the product team. Ensure all timelines are met including tech packs and sample deadlines.
• Bring to market, world class, fit for purpose product, built and engineered to Represent standards.
• To attend prototype review meetings, size set, PP and production sample meetings and take the technical lead in all fit sessions. Fitting garments to a high standard , gathering accurate feedback to provide detailed comments to the factories.
• Work with the rest of the product team to create new garment specs and collaborating to determine best fabric and trim combinations.
• Responsible for the day-to-day Garment Tech operational tasks, to deliver the goals and objectives as set by the Head of Womenswear – in line with the company vision.
• Independently plan and organise allocated workload in line with Duties set by the Technical Manager. Ensure that all tech-packs are of the highest standard (with PD) and can be accurately translated by the factory into the best quality 1^st Prototypes.
• Co-ordinate daily communication with all suppliers including chasing fit samples.
• Should the candidate has experience in this sector, support the Technical Manager with any relevant testing and test reports. Approval of care labels. Communicate any issues and find solutions to any problems that may arise .
• Thorough checks of all samples submitted to ensure they meet Represent’s high fabric and construction standards.
• Provide technical skills and expertise to ensure that all garments are fit for purpose.
• Ability to understand, recommend, and execute commercial construction solutions
• Maintain & update the PLM.
• Awareness of all factory shipment dates.

Key Skills..

• Luxury mindset with commercial awareness.
• Collaborative, non- political approach
• Appropriate qualification in apparel sector or equivalent work experience
• Excellent garment construction and engineering skills.
• Ability to measure and grade to a high standard.
• Sound understanding of fabrics and testing methods.
• Knowledge of pattern making an advantage but not essential
• Demonstrate a pro-active approach to problem solving
• Strong commercial awareness with an ability to identify risk and confidently provide solutions
• Experience in a fast-paced environment
• Extensive knowledge of Excel & PLM
• Hands on approach.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of future regulations for example digital product passport.

You Have.. 

• 3-4 years Garment Technologist experience.
• Factory experience
• Pattern cutting skills
• Excellent garment construction knowledge
• Excellent communication skills

You Might Have.. 

• Branded apparel experience.
• Knowledge and passion for sustainability.
• Experience & understanding of garment/fabric test reports.