Garment Quality Technologist & Fit Specialist

Morrisons; Coalville; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Friend discount

Career progression

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Health benefits

MyPerks

Free parking

Family leave

Job summary

Morrisons Head Office seeks a detail‑oriented Technologist to gatekeep quality, safety and fit across garments. You will partner with Buying, Design and Merchandising to deliver ranges that hit sales targets while surpassing customer expectations.

You’ll define technical standards, oversee fits and testing, and manage supplier inspections to keep the critical path on track. A strong communicator with retail know‑how will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Understanding of UK/EU legislation, garment fit and construction, fabrics, and testing.
• Knowledge of the buying and merchandising lifecycle and how technical decisions impact the bottom line.
• Ability to influence internal peers and external suppliers with confidence.
• Thrives in a fast-moving retail environment and executes tasks efficiently.
• Resilient and adaptable to changing market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support technical strategy aligning with Nutmeg's brand values and quality credentials.
• Collaborate with Design and Buying to develop brand handwriting while ensuring 100% technical compliance.
• Set technical standards with partners on fit, grade rules, risk assessment and testing.
• Manage garment approval process and keep the critical path on track.
• Work with third-party providers on pre-shipment and intake inspections.
• Listen and respond to customer queries.
• Monitor stores and competitors to keep quality aligned with the market.
• Support the Technical Audit process to ensure factory partners meet standards.
• Foster productive relationships with global suppliers.
• Encourage idea sharing and problem solving.

Skills

Garment construction

Quality standards

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Retail knowledge

Testing procedures

Job description

Morrisons Head Office seeks a detail‑oriented Technologist to gatekeep quality, safety and fit across garments. You will partner with Buying, Design and Merchandising to deliver ranges that hit sales targets while surpassing customer expectations.

You’ll define technical standards, oversee fits and testing, and manage supplier inspections to keep the critical path on track. A strong communicator with retail know‑how will thrive here.