Garment Technologist
Triple Wimbledon champion Fred Perry founded his brand in 1952. He was the son of a cotton spinner, who played and fought his way through, always with style – and despite the establishment. Today, Fred Perry is a global community of over 370 employees, all inspired by the Laurel Wreath and what it represents
PURPOSE:
This position is within the Technical Department and is aimed at a competent Garment Technologist, with both womenswear and menswear experience. Would suit someone with 3-5 years experience in a similar brand.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advising key measurement and construction detailing to design/development packs to facilitate production of prototype samples
- Measuring and fitting all samples during the development process in collaboration with designer and product developer.
- Updating product packages with comprehensive fit comments and sample feedback, providing technical instructions to the supply base.
- Inputting to the critical path from proto sample to bulk production in conjunction with the product development and production Planning team.
- Assessment and approval of all bulk fabric, prints and trims.
- Fitting and approval of bulk sealing samples, preparing graded size charts for production.
- Reviewing base and bulk test reports of all fabrics and trims and approving wash care instructions.
- Liaising with suppliers and factories during the production to ensure technical issues are supported with clear and timely decisions to ensure shipment dates are achieved.
- Assessing production/shipment samples meet all fit, quality, labelling and packaging requirements. Assessing final AQL inspection reports, liaising with the production department to facilitate the maintenance of required ex-factory dates.
THE PERSON:
- Strong Technical knowledge of garment fitting, grading and construction.
- The ability to effectively communicate across internal departments and external sources, both verbally and in writing.
- Good knowledge of fabrics, lab testing and assessment of results.
- Ability to work in structured and timely manner under pressure within a team environment.
- Motivated to improve the product at every stage and strive for the highest achievable quality.
- Competence in using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, Adobe Illustrator & PLM
HOURS:
We actively encourage our teams to have a good work/life balance and so we are pleased to offer flexible working shifts at Fred Perry HQ. Our core shift hours are from 10am – 4.30pm and so employees can choose to start and finish early, or start and finish late. (i.e. work 8:00am-4:30pm, or 10:00am-6:30pm etc). We also have 30-minute early finish on Fridays.
As we continue to work in a more flexible way, the Head Office acts a brand hub, where we can all connect and collaborate with one another. This role is a mix of office based (London) and remote working. We will expect the employee to come into the office regularly for face-to-face meetings and to work alongside their team on collaborative projects.
BENEFITS:
We are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to all our staff, and continue to reassess what our community needs from us to thrive. We don’t want to be a good company to work for, we want to be a great one. Here are some things we currently offer:
- Annual performance-related bonus
- Competitive salary
- Generous staff discount and regular sample sales
- Generous pension scheme with 8.5% company contribution
- Option to buy an extra 5 days holiday annually
- Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
- Life insurance
- Private healthcare
- Cycle to work scheme
- Early finish Fridays
- Season ticket loan
- Additional benefits with long service
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Annual Birthday vouchers
- EAP
- Social Events
We actively welcome applications from people of all different backgrounds. Your CV will be submitted to hiring managers with all personal details hidden to ensure anonymity.
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