Garment Technologist

Overview

Product Technologist | Athleisure & Sportswear | £27,000 - £32,000 | Manchester | City Centre

Based in Manchester city centre in a thriving, friendly workplace. Join a reputable brand with a refreshing, morally-right culture that genuinely empowers and respects its people. Be part of something big, growing, and making noise in the market. Enjoy 25 days holiday to recharge and balance life with work. Work alongside colleagues who are supportive, collaborative, and fun; this is a place you ll be proud to be part of.

This thriving brand has been turning heads in the retail world for years and is now experiencing a period of rapid growth, making it the perfect time to get on board. If you re driven by exciting product drops, launches that make waves, and being part of a team that shapes what people wear, this role is for you.

You ll be the go-to person for all things fit, sample, and supplier-related. Working closely with the Buying and Design teams, you ll manage the critical path, ensure sample trackers are accurate, and drive the fit process from start to finish.

You ll take ownership of grading, workbooks, and standardised blocks for best sellers, and help bring fresh, new products into the business with precise spec creation.

On top of that, you ll manage supplier communications, review capabilities, and support onboarding new suppliers. You ll also be responsible for test reports, quality checks, care labels, supplier manuals, AQL reports, and the production seal process. Your work ensures every product meets the brand s high standards before it hits stores or online.

• Strong experience with grading, workbooks, and fit processes.
• Confidence managing supplier relationships and day-to-day communications.
• A collaborative, proactive attitude - you thrive supporting your team and cross-functional colleagues.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable taking ownership of multiple projects in a fast-moving environment.
• Passion for fashion and athleisure, with a keen eye for quality and trends.