Fabric Technologist Apprentice: Quality & Sustainability

Matalan; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% staff discount

Thrive Recognition Scheme

Wellbeing support (Retail Trust)

Life Assurance

Retail Rewards platform discounts

Pension Scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Matalan is seeking a Trainee Fabric Technologist to support fabric development in line with quality, performance and sustainability goals. You will collaborate with fabric teams, buying, design and suppliers to ensure products meet customer expectations.

You will build knowledge of fabric technology, support testing, and help maintain accurate fabric specs while developing commercially focused expertise through hands-on experience within a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Apprentice or degree studies in Fashion & Homeware retailer quality or related field.
• Up to 2 years industry experience in retail or product supply chain are acceptable for entry.
• Excellent communication tailored to different audiences and stakeholders.
• Openness to personal development and knowledge growth.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of consistent, compliant fabrics aligned to quality standards.
• Maintain and update core fabric library with accurate specs and samples.
• Provide basic technical support to Buying, Design, Sourcing, Technical and supplier teams.
• Assist sustainability initiatives by learning about responsible fibre choices.
• Gather and analyse technical information, test results and customer feedback for performance reviews.
• Develop knowledge on fabric testing and reporting results to stakeholders.
• Progress within the role by building technical knowledge and commercial understanding.
• Build good relationships with internal teams, mills and suppliers for effective communication.

Skills

Strong communicator

Willing to learn

Team player

Professional and respectful feedback

Education

Apprentice or degree studies in Fashion & Homeware quality

Up to 2 years industry experience in retail/product supply chain

Job description

Matalan is seeking a Trainee Fabric Technologist to support fabric development in line with quality, performance and sustainability goals. You will collaborate with fabric teams, buying, design and suppliers to ensure products meet customer expectations.

You will build knowledge of fabric technology, support testing, and help maintain accurate fabric specs while developing commercially focused expertise through hands-on experience within a retail environment.