Senior Garment Technician

SUMMARY:
Join a leading fashion supplier as a Senior Garment Technician (Underwear)!
We're seeking an experienced and passionate professional to support the development of high-quality lingerie, swimwear, and hosiery products.

If you have a strong eye for detail, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee the technical development of lingerie collections, ensuring that each piece meets the highest standards of fit, comfort, and durability.
• Technical expertise in lingerie, working closely with the merchandiser, buyers and factories from initial concept through to final production.
• Develop, implement and continuously refine garment specifications.
• Drive product quality improvements and consistency.
• Assess garments against company and retailer standards within the critical path.
• Champion the customer-first policy and maintain technical and quality standards.
• Analyse customer feedback to enhance garment performance and reliability.
• Produce clear tech packs, specs and comments to ensure consistency on quality and fit.
• Lead in-house fittings and supplier communication.
• Approve and develop fit and construction standards across all categories.
• Work with the retailer QA’s and the factories to develop fit blocks for new and amended styles.
• Manage audits, customer feedback and ensure ongoing improvements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Tertiary qualification in Clothing Management or Fashion Design.
• You should have +-5 years experience in garment technology within the lingerie sector.
• A deep understanding of fabrics, construction techniques, and fit is essential.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction and patternmaking problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in pattern making and grading is preferred.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, word and excel
• Self-managed, flexible and able to plan workload effectively.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• A keen eye for detail & strong communication skills are crucial,
• A problem-solver with a proactive attitude