Garment Technologist

Boux; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary lingerie brand in the United Kingdom seeks a Garment Technologist to manage fit sessions, liaise with suppliers, and ensure product quality. Candidates should possess degree-level education and have 4-5 years of experience in lingerie or related fields. Key responsibilities include reviewing tech packs, coordinating with teams, and maintaining high standards. The role comes with competitive salary and benefits including generous discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Good holiday entitlement

Generous discounts

Fun working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years experience in lingerie, nightwear, or swimwear.
• Extensive knowledge of bra construction and manufacturing techniques.
• Experience analyzing test reports.
• Factory and sustainability experience are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly fit sessions on multiple sized models.
• Send accurate fit comments on time.
• Liaise with suppliers domestically and internationally.
• Review tech packs and size specs.
• Ensure compliance with REACH legislation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Who are we?

Boux Avenue is the cool, young, London-based lingerie, nightwear and swimwear brand, with 27 stores across the UK and a thriving ecommerce business at www.bouxavenue.com.

Founded in April 2011, the brand describes its core aesthetic as a blend of the sweet and the sexy, with its bi-annual collections designed by their in-house team. Pitched at what the brand calls an 'accessible luxury' price tag, Boux Avenue's reputation is founded not only on the femininity of its products, but also on their quality, comfort and fit, backed up with the offer of a free and expert bra fit service in all of its stores.

No matter what your age, size or style, Boux Avenue is an inclusive brand for everybody. Available in sizes 28-40, A-G cups and sizes 6-18. With an unrivalled eye for detail and passion for customer service, Boux Avenue is your ultimate destination whether you're looking for everyday essentials or something a little sexier.

As a Garment Technologist, you wil l :

• Manage weekly fit sessions on multiple sized models
• Manage the sealing process and flagging any delays to the buying team
• Send clear, concise and accurate fit comments within the week
• Liaise with supplies in the UK and abroad including the Far East
• Work closely with the design / buying and merchandising teams
• Review tech packs with designers to assess material and construction requirements
• Review graded size specs and advising suppliers where they need to be amended
• Thorough understanding of product testing with the ability to review test reports and highlight any issues the buying team
• Ensure all products comply with REACH legislation
• Liaise with the warehouse QC department on bulk inspections - any issues need to be dealt with in a timely manner
• Ensure that our high fit and quality standards are maintained at all times
• Constantly looking for ways to push and improve the quality and fit of the brand

What are we looking for in you?

• Educated to Degree level
• At least 4-5 years experience with either a retailer or supplier across lingerie, nightwear and swimwear product categories
• Have extensive knowledge and experience of reading and analysing test reports
• Have extensive knowledge of bra construction and manufacturing techniques
• Factory experience would be beneficial
• Sustainability experience would be beneficial
• Knowledge of Prop 65 would be beneficial
• Excellent attention to detail with good organisation skills
• Proactive and enjoy problem solving
• Ability to multitask and maintain focus when under pressure
• A confident communicator at all levels
• Able to work individually and as part of a team

Are there any benefits?

In return you will be offered a competitive salary, good holiday entitlement, fun working environment with regular social events and some great benefits including generous discounts across the brands within Theo Paphitis Retail Group.