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As Senior Creative Pattern Technologist, reporting to the Lead Technologist, you will combine your technical and pattern expertise with a proactive and flexible approach to support the delivery of strategic product innovation, fit and supplier focuses alongside day-to-day responsibilities developing, pattern cutting and grading D+ lingerie to the highest standard of fit, support, and quality; mentoring and supporting less experienced team members to do the same. Taking full ownership of your styles through the whole lifecycle you will work collaboratively and stay connected with product, wider business, and supplier teams, continually supporting the smooth running of the lingerie category, team culture and delivery of consistent brand product standards.
Job Responsibility:
Support the Lead Technologist in the delivery of strategic initiatives and objectives within technical product development and supply chain through owning and driving parts of or whole projects
Work in partnership with the buying team and our suppliers to create new products
problem solving to find technical solutions through pattern, garment construction and materials to deliver the best fit and quality for our customers
Cutting and grading patterns from concept to production, making amendments after weekly fit sessions and creating graded measurement charts
Work closely with our sample machinists to ensure samples are made correctly to the method of construction and to the quality standard required
Support the Lead Tech in managing weekly fitting sessions and the fit and sealing approval process, in addition to managing your styles fitting samples, carrying out measurement and quality checks, giving accurate feedback
Create and maintain accurate technical packs from costing to production, ensuring clear communication of fit, quality, and production details that allow factories to produce garments to a high standard
Manage product quality throughout whole lifecycle ensuring that all styles are fit for end purpose and bulk production by testing materials and garments, carrying out wear testing and approving test reports
Manage styles in line with Critical Path working collaboratively with internal teams and suppliers to problem solve and ensure key milestones are met, mentoring and supporting the team to do the same
Create AQL paperwork and packs, working closely with warehouse QC team to AQL approve styles in time for planned launch
Managing and maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers and factories monitoring quality and seasonal performance
Proactively seek feedback through regular time in customer facing areas of the business
Requirements:
At least 5 years practical experience in D+ cup size pattern technology and grading
Passion for creating and developing great fitting Lingerie and Swimwear
Excellent understanding of garment construction for bulk production
Ability to support and mentor other team members
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work accurately under pressure
Organised, positive, self-motivated
Ability to flex and effectively prioritise workload
Confident working collaboratively with colleagues
Experienced in building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
Confidence to deal with issues that may arise
Willingness for international travel to factories as required
Genuine occupational requirement for post holders to be female (covered under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the 2010 Equality Act)
What we offer:
Up to 25 days holiday
The opportunity to buy up to 5 additional days holiday each year
Access to free and confidential 24/7 employee support from Retail Trust
50% discount on full priced items for you, your family & friends, up to a limit
Healthcare Cash Plan for you and up to 4 children through Medicash
Employer pension contributions up to 6%
Life Assurance
Great training and learning resources
Long service awards after 5 years’ service
Access to new and upcoming products, with the opportunity to provide feedback
Access to discounts at many retailers, day out destinations and gyms through Retail Trust and Medicash
Free onsite parking
Hybrid working - minimum of 2/3 days per week in the office (including a Tuesday & Thursday)
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