Garment Tech - Freelance

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry is seeking a Freelance Garment Technologist to join their team in Kingston upon Thames. The role involves developing high-quality garments, overseeing production processes, and collaborating with design and buying teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of garment design and production, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for product development. This position offers a supportive culture and various benefits.

Benefits

Staff Discount

Uniform allowance

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend scheme

Training and career development opportunities

Supportive and rewarding culture

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of garment design and production processes.
• Experience with various garment types and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop products to high standards, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee garment development from initiation through production stages.
• Conduct QC inspections on all goods before approval and dispatch.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Problem Solving

Product Development

Job description

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Client:

Head Office

Location:

Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Job Description:

Garment Technologist Freelance - 1 Day a Week
Kingston-Upon-Thames

At Pringle of Scotland, we believe clothes are about so much more than “just clothes”. We believe in collaboration, kindness and creativity, in celebrating our successes and championing our customer at every step of the way.

Purpose of the role

To develop products to Pringle of Scotland's high standards, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. To oversee garment development from initiation through all stages of production, working closely with Design, Buying teams, and suppliers to ensure quality, fit, fabric performance, and sizing meet specifications.

Responsibilities

Design

• Work with the design team to create and update specification sheets aligned with the critical path for new designs.
• Understand seasonal strategy, design vision, and customer focus to complement the garment tech focus.
• Develop standardized fits for core styles and classic pieces.
• Assist in initial design and proto stages with fabric construction and performance knowledge.
• Manage graded size specifications.
• Develop new fits and blocks for upcoming ranges; maintain and communicate the library, encouraging ease of use.

Production

• Organize fit meetings with senior garment technologist and buying team.
• Manage fit meetings according to critical path, time, and budget constraints.
• Provide technical data and feedback to suppliers regarding fits and size charts.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues, ensuring quality is proactively managed.
• Approve fabric testing and care label information with suppliers.
• Monitor garments throughout manufacturing to ensure standards are met.
• Adhere to critical production and delivery timelines, being aware of launch dates.
• Escalate issues promptly where product quality or delivery is at risk.
• Handle production issues swiftly with commercial judgment.
• Evaluate suppliers' quality performance post-season.

QC

• Conduct QC inspections on all goods before approval and dispatch.
• Visit stores to spot check bulk goods.

Commercial Awareness

• React quickly to and resolve potential problems.

Key Skills and Experience

Essential

• Strong understanding of garment design and production processes.
• Experience with various garment types and manufacturing operations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Confidence in leading fit sessions and influencing teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for product development.
• Team player and self-motivated.
• Ability to prioritize effectively.
• Positive attitude and influence.
• Effective communication across teams to ensure joined-up delivery.

Desirable

• Experience working with global factories/suppliers and travel.
• Multi-product experience.

What we can offer you:

• Staff Discount
• Uniform allowance
• Pension scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive and rewarding culture