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A fantastic opportunity for a Garment Tech/QC to join a highly successfully supplier to large multiples, wholesalers and e-traders.

The Role:

• Conducting fit sessions in-house and at retailers sites (when permittable), balancing speed and quality; making commercial decisions with confidence; owning the fitting process and inspiring trust and confidence from colleagues and suppliers
• Working across multi product including jersey, woven, knit, socks, hats, toys and accessories.
• Analysing technical issues accurately and sending clear, concise and accurate comments to suppliers; processing samples in a timely and agile manner
• Liaising with Design, Merchandising teams & suppliers to offer technical guidance on new product development with the aim of reducing costs & improving quality.
• Ensuring compliance with fibre composition labelling regulations, product safety & REACH legislation; assessing risk, managing relevant testing; recording & resolving non-compliance effectively and efficiently
• Analysing test reports and inspection reports, resolving any issues in a timely manner
• Promoting quality at all times, whilst maintaining a strong commercial attitude
• Delivering continuous improvement and creative solutions

Skills Required:

• Children/Babywear experience essential
• Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience of a similar role in a fast-paced environment
• Multi-product experience; able to move between product areas with assurance.
• Experience of working directly with factories, and thorough understanding of factory production, including workflow, production control, machinery and equipment
• Pattern-cutting knowledge and practise is very desirable, knowledge of grading and grade rules.
• Thorough understanding of garment construction, fabric technology & testing
• First class communication skills with experience of liaising with a range of factories around the world.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team, as the role requires.
• Able to meet new challenges with a positive attitude.
• Strong time-management skills; able to prioritise tasks & change direction with agility.
• Confident using Outlook, Excel & Word and PLM systems keen to expand skill set as the role demands.