Recruiting for potentially two experienced Fabric Technologists for an established international clothing manufacturer looking to expand their mens and womenswear teams. Joining a busy London office to develop and source new fabrics, and form part of a multi-functional team dedicated to the design, development and production of garments for leading clothing retailers & etailers.
Fabric Technologist - Responsibilities:
- Working with fabric suppliers to sample or develop fabrics required.
- To ensure fabric sourcing and innovation is in line with our strategic sourcing of garments.
- To ensure fabric developments are cost effective.
- To ensure all colours required are lab dyed, submitted to the customer and approved and distributed to relevant factories.
- To discuss and agree solutions with suppliers if test results are sub standard
- To risk assess new fabrics.
- To ensure all fibre composition testing is complete and appropriate care labels issued.
- To ensure all technical files are kept up to date.
Fabric Technologist - Skills and Requirements:
- Educated to degree standard
- Min. 3years+ relevant experience of fabric technology in the clothing industry
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A confident, proactive approach capable of working effectively in a team under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment
- Ability to interact effectively with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
