Garment Technologist – Women’s Activewear Fit & Innovation

Sweaty Betty; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweaty Betty is seeking a Garment Technologist to drive technical specs, fit development, and end-to-end product approvals. You will collaborate with Design, Buying, and overseas partners to ensure garments meet the brand’s quality standards from proto through to pre-production.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical ownership and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced fashion environment. The successful candidate will have 4+ years in garment tech, a background in pattern cutting or

Qualifications

• 4+ years in garment tech or fashion industry.
• Strong focus on high-quality, well-fitting products.
• Educational background in pattern cutting, clothing technology or production.
• Understanding of garment tech, fitting independently, and ownership.
• Knowledge of grade rules, testing compliance, and garment construction.
• Proficient in MS Office and PLM systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Sportswear experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create technical specifications within PLM outlining requirements for first proto - construction, measurement specification and size grading.
• Work with Design and Buying to engineer product to price point.
• Ensure effective sample management of technical samples for fit, wearer trial and PP.
• Attend CP and GSC meetings to ensure on-time delivery of product to consumer.
• Oversee technical product approvals end-to-end from Proto to PP with cross-functional teams and GSC.
• Maintain strong relationships with UK and overseas offices through clear communication.
• Deliver speed-to-market technical approvals to support test and learn and product innovation.
• Maintain Centric PLM with all required technical information for ownership.
• Resolve technical product-related complaints with cross-functional teams and GSC as needed.
• Support seasonal Grading / Fit reviews to improve fit consistency.

Job description

Sweaty Betty is seeking a Garment Technologist to drive technical specs, fit development, and end-to-end product approvals. You will collaborate with Design, Buying, and overseas partners to ensure garments meet the brand’s quality standards from proto through to pre-production.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical ownership and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced fashion environment. The successful candidate will have 4+ years in garment tech, a background in pattern cutting or