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If you have multi-product retail and manufacturing experience, coupled with an analytical
mind, then you’ll absolutely want to keep on reading…
Reporting into the Technology Manager the Garment Technologist works closely within
the whole Product team of Buyers, Merchandisers, Designer and Technologists. This role
will be working within WWNC team based in Leicester
Licensing is a growing area within our WWNC division. Our Licensing team works with an
exciting portfolio of Brands including Laura Ashley, Never Fully Dressed and Ted Baker…
Working as part of a dynamic and experienced team, this role is a great opportunity to join
a key part of WWNC team. This role is perfect for someone who wants to continue
working closely with buying and design to develop the best in class products but also
experience working with licence brands.
The Role…
● Provide technical support to the Product Teams and Suppliers and liaising with
the warehouse on returns issues.
● Drive front end product development and new technical initiatives.
● Monitor the critical path ensuring the product approval procedure is followed
and exceptions are raised as necessary.
● Lead the Technology process from: the initial creation of design packs;
conducting fit sessions and issuing detailed technical information and size
specifications, to preparing for Range Direction and Block meetings.
● Resolve technical issues and warehouse returns issues that arise, by finding
and advising an appropriate solution.
● Establish a sourcing strategy including factory evaluations and development of
suppliers to meet requirements.
● Maintaining the standard of fit and construction across supplier base
About You…
Vacancy Document
● Experienced Garment Technologist skilled in pattern cutting, construction and
manufacturing methods.
● Technical knowledge gained preferably within a fast paced retail or supplier
environment.
● Flexible approach to be able to adjust to the constantly changing needs of the
business.
● Ability to convey technical information clearly in layman’s terms.
● Exceptional eye for technical detail to consistently ensure quality standards are
achieved.
● Demonstrate an awareness of current technical innovations within the garment
and fashion industry.
Skills and Qualifications you have…
● Extensive technical knowledge - both garment and / or fabric
● Highly organised with good prioritisation skills.
● Confident and clear communication skills; both verbal and written to work
productively alongside Product teams and external suppliers.
● Manufacturing experience.
ABOUT US
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!
ABOUT SOME OF OUR BENEFITS
- 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy & Victoria's Secret products
- Company performance based bonus
- Sharesave scheme
- On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
- Early VIP access to sale stock
- Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
- Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
- Access a 24/7 digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
- Free on-site parking
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
