Current Vacancies

Junior Garment Technologist

Manchester – Branded

Office based role! No hybrid working.

Salary c£22k

Company Overview:

Our client is a leading fashion brand known for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Entry Level Garment Technologist. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about fashion and eager to start their career in garment technology.

Job Description:

As an Entry Level Garment Technologist, you will assist in the development and production of garments, ensuring that they meet the company’s quality standards and specifications. You will work closely with the design, production, and senior garment technologists to bring new designs from concept to finished product.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample Development: Assist in creating and reviewing garment samples, ensuring they meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Technical Specifications: Help in the preparation and maintenance of detailed technical specifications and measurement charts for garments.
• Fit Sessions: Participate in fit sessions to evaluate the fit, drape, and construction of garments. Provide feedback and suggest improvements.
• Fabric and Trim Selection: Collaborate with the design team to select appropriate fabrics and trims, considering functionality, cost, and quality.
• Quality Control: Assist in the inspection of incoming samples and production batches, identifying any defects or deviations from the approved specifications.
• Vendor Communication: Communicate with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve technical issues and ensure timely delivery of samples and production orders.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all technical data, sample approvals, and production specifications.
• Trend Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends, new fabrics, and construction techniques.

Qualifications:

• Education: A degree or diploma in fashion technology, garment technology, textile technology, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, and fabric properties. Proficiency in using CAD software is a plus.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for quality and accuracy.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical team members.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing issues.

Experience:

• Internships/Placement: Previous internships or placement experience in garment technology / product development or a related field is advantageous.

Additional Information:

• Location: Manchester
• Type: Full-time

Garment Technologist

New Role Due To Growth

Neg Salary

Central Manchester

Job Type: Full-time office based.

Job Description: We are seeking a  Garment Technologist to join our dynamic team! you will have minimum 2 years experience.  As a Garment Technologist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, fit, and construction of our garments across various product lines.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct fit sessions and provide feedback on garment fit and construction.
• Collaborate closely with design, production to ensure garments meet brand standards and customer expectations.
• Develop and maintain detailed garment specifications, including measurements, construction details, and materials.
• Review and approve samples, prototypes, and production samples for quality and accuracy.
• Identify and resolve technical issues that arise during the product development and production process.
• Stay informed about industry trends, materials, and manufacturing techniques to continually improve garment quality and efficiency.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely production and delivery of garments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textiles, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Garment Technologist or similar role in the apparel industry.
• In-depth knowledge of garment construction and fit principles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in using garment tech software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Junior Merchandiser Admin Assistant

Interim Head of HR

Cheshire, North West, Hybrid,

Fixed Term Contract – 6 Months, Full Time

Salary TBA Benefits package included below.

Your Company

 Our client is the world’s largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology.

Today, we are a global community of over 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe.

Your New Role

Are you a HR guru with a passion for people and an aptitude for transformation? Do you thrive on building inclusive cultures and fostering a positive work environment? If you’re ready to take on a challenge and lead our HR initiatives, then you should apply for this role!

As the Interim Head of HR, you’ll be an engineer and driver of our people strategy, recruitment, development, and engagement efforts that make us stand out from the crowd. If you’re a strategic thinker with a knack for nurturing and retaining top talent while cultivating a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture, then this is the role for you.

What You Can Expect from the Role

 Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:

·       Communicate people strategy and its relationship to the wider company mission, vision, and values. Clarifies the actions needed to implement people strategy within allocated business areas, motivating people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve company business goals

·       Provides direct partnering to an Executive Managing Director. Develops partnering relationships with the local leadership team, building high levels of professional credibility and mutual trust, and ensuring that internal clients have access to high-quality advice and guidance to support them in delivering business strategy and plans

·       Identifies and manages stakeholders to Senior Management level, finding out their needs/issues/concerns and reacting to these by leading and coordinating the development of stakeholder engagement plans to support the communication of business information and decisions

·       Develops procedures and interprets and applies policy for a specific business area to achieve specified outputs. Advises the business area on application of policy, supporting and monitoring implementation of those procedures within business area

·       Identifies requirements for HR frameworks and tools within a key area of responsibility to meet business needs. Specifies the design and manages development and implementation, ensuring compliance with external requirements and integration with the broader HR policy framework

·       Ensures relationships with country specific senior trade union representatives and/or members of works councils are in place and effective. Acts as escalation point in key consultations and negotiations. Collaborates with senior colleagues to clarify business objectives and negotiating positions to deliver outcomes that meet these objectives and are consistent with Company Values

·       Investigates complex business questions, using a wide range of HR data to diagnose underlying causes of key business issues and identifies opportunity to enhance colleague experience and/or improve business performance

·       Investigates and proposes solutions to complex and/or contentious Employee Relations cases in partnership with line managers. Coordinates the company response to legal cases brought by individuals; contributes to the preparation of legal submissions and ensure all parties complete casework accurately and within deadlines

·       Create an environment where everyone in the team can live the company Values

·       Create an inclusive environment where our people feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work

·       Understand, uphold, and contribute to creating a safety-first culture within company. Ensure a safe and healthy working environment

·       Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfil personal potential. Maintains an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media

You will have the opportunity to develop in your role and feel proud of the work you do. Working for our client is fast paced, challenging and incredibly rewarding. This is not just another job; this is your career.

The Experience, Qualifications and Skills You Will Have

Essential Criteria

·       Demonstrable experience working within a general HR environment

·       Experience providing partnering to leadership in a complex, global organisation

·       Ideally you will be CIPD Level 7 qualified

·       Willingness to challenge the status quo and improve on the standard

·       Self-motivated

Why You Should Work for Us (UK Benefits)

·       33 days holidays including public holidays

·       Your birthday off work

·       Hybrid/Remote Working Policy

·       Cycle to Work Scheme

·       Life Assurance up to 4x salary

·       Pension Scheme

·       Training & Professional Development Opportunities

·       Employee Assistance Programme

·       Workplace Reward & Recognition scheme

Import Merchandiser

Manchester Central

Office based role (No Hybrid)

Salary dependant on experience £30k-£34k

Our client is seeking an Import Merchandiser to join there busy merchandising team! you will be proactive and highly organised you will thrive on the challenge of being part of a busy, fast moving department, working in closely with Account Managers, Designers and Garment Technologists as well as with factories in the Far East.

• Effective management of the critical in path in order to ensure timely deliveries of placed orders

• Lab dip, strike off and size spec approvals

• Price negotiations with factories

• Daily liaison with off-shore sources, predominantly in the Far East

• Regular communication with internal and external stakeholders, keeping them updated from order placement through to bulk production and final delivery

• Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills are essential

• You will be an Import Merchandiser with approx 3 years plus UK experience and have a background in supply of fashion.