What’s the role about?
As our Menswear Senior Garment Technologist, you will report into the Menswear Technical Manager, and you will be responsible for the Outerwear category (formal outwear and casual jackets) as well as the formal shirts collection, within the Menswear division. You will manage fitting through all stages of style development from prototype to bulk production and be responsible for ensuring tech pack comments and technical details are clear. As well as monitor and elevate the quality of the product and constantly evaluate and improve the fit of the garment, ensuring a consistent fit throughout the structure and woven aspect of the collection.
This is a maternity cover for 12 months.
Who You Are
- Experience in technical development of woven products is essential
- Knowledgeable within fitting of tailoring, outerwear and casual woven is desirable
- Knowledge of Gerber system is desirable
- Understanding of pattern making and cutting
- Organised with strong time management skills
- Attention to detail and strong communication skills- both verbal and written
- Reliable and focused
- Self-motivated and team-oriented
What You’ll be doing
- Ensure critical path is managed with regards to fitting, sealing and production of garments
- Manage multiple categories deadlines
- Communicate technical queries and fitting details with suppliers
- Approve test reports and care instructions
- Drive seasonal block refresh amendments and manage the updates across supply base
- Responsible for product lifecycle from initial prototype to bulk production
- Understand and maintain grading to ensure fit consistency of styles from prototype through to bulk production sign off
- Travel to Far East and Europe 1 - 2 times per year minimum
- Manage the technical & professional development of junior members of the team within their category
- Work closely with the Designers, Product Developers, Merchandisers and Buyers
What we’ll do for you
- Provide you with a competitive salary
- Company pension
- Generous employee discount
- Company bonus scheme
- Health & Wellbeing perks
- Plus, many more
If you want to start your story at Reiss as our Senior Garment Technologist, do not miss out - apply now!
#WeAreReiss
We recognise the importance and power of diversity within our business and, as such, we ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all candidates.
It is our pledge that candidates will not be discriminated against on the grounds of gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief. Every individual will be treated with respect.
We know that some people won’t apply for a role unless they feel they meet all of the requirements listed. We want you to know that finding people who will add to our inspirational culture and have a learning mindset is incredibly important to us. Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still like to hear from you.
What We Do
Since its creation in 1971, Reiss has established a design philosophy centred on creating modern womenswear, menswear, accessories, and childrenswear that transcends time and trends.
Today, we operate as a modern fashion house, offering attainable luxury collections of unwavering elegance.
Our expert creative Product teams in our Head Office and Stores, work tirelessly to dress our customers in reliable Reiss style - supported by the exceptional planning and execution of our support functions. From Logistics to IT, Finance to Marketing, every team member is dedicated to ensuring uncompromised precision, quality, service and ethics.
Our people are what make our business great. We embrace every person’s individuality and build market-leading teams across Head Office and Retail globally.
We nurture ambition, curiosity, creativity and authenticity. A diverse community with two purposes: the precision of our craftsmanship and dedication to our customers.
