Knitwear Technologist - Menswear (9 Month Contract)

H&M group; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in London is seeking a Knitwear Technologist for a 9-month contract. The role involves ensuring high-quality knitwear production from design to final samples, collaborating with designers, and managing technical aspects of product development. Ideal candidates will have strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a customer-centric approach. Attractive benefits include staff discounts and development opportunities.

Benefits

Staff Discounts

Development Opportunities

Holiday Allowance

Discounts on Activities

Cycle Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience as a knitwear technologist or product developer.
• Strong technical and industrial knowledge of knitwear.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting designer’s visions from sketches to final samples.
• Collaborating with designers on mock-ups and creative solutions.
• Managing measurement lists and ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Customer-centric Mindset

Innovation

Tools

Shima

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Office

Job description

Knitwear Technologist - Menswear (9 Month Contract)

As the Knitwear Technologist at COS, you will create a perfect fit for our customers while maintaining high-quality standards. You will have the opportunity to influence and lead your team technically, ensuring the Knitwear Product Development process from sketch to production aligns with our goals.

Responsibilities include:

• Interpreting designer’s visions from sketches to final samples.
• Achieving optimal fit and quality standards.
• Securing product development in Menswear Knitwear, focusing on fit, size, function, quality, and construction.
• Collaborating with designers on mock-ups, 3D prototyping, and creative solutions.
• Creating and advising on tech packs, considering yarns, gauges, stitches, and production methods.
• Providing technical advice for production practicality and artwork clarity.
• Supporting creative development through proposing new techniques and silhouettes.
• Managing measurement lists, grading, and ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Guiding fittings technically, including fit and construction adjustments.
• Participating in handovers, noting details, and guiding the team.
• Driving projects, delegating tasks, and following up.
• Engaging in sales meetings, customer workshops, and other collaborations to stay aligned with customer needs.

Our company values are open-mindedness, curiosity, daring to be different, constant improvement, and empowerment. We seek candidates who embody these traits.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Experience as a knitwear technologist or product developer in a design studio, production office, or factory.
• Strong technical and industrial knowledge of knitwear.
• Proficiency with Shima, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office; experience with PLM systems is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-centric, solution-oriented mindset.
• Interest in innovation and future garment techniques.
• Experience working collaboratively within diverse teams.

We offer attractive benefits, including staff discounts, development opportunities, and additional perks such as holiday allowance, discounts on activities, cycle schemes, and more.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, valuing varied perspectives and experiences.

Interested candidates can apply by clicking the I’M INTERESTED link to upload their CV. We will keep you updated on your application status. We look forward to hearing from you!