Technical & Design Coordinator

Cooneen Group; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garment manufacturer in Northern Ireland is seeking a Technical and Design Co‑ordinator to join their team. The role involves supporting the tender process, providing detailed garment specifications and CAD drawings, and ensuring quality standards are met in product development. The ideal candidate will have experience in garment design and manufacturing principles, along with proficiency in design software like Illustrator and Photoshop. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive employee benefits, including 35 days of annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Private healthcare cash plan

Subsidised canteen

Employee assistance programme

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Have previous experience in the design of garments.
• Possess an understanding of manufacturing principles.
• Be proficient in use of computerised design packages.

Responsibilities

• Support the tender process by understanding documentation.
• Provide garment specifications and CAD drawings.
• Gather technical data for tender opportunities.
• Ensure samples meet specifications and quality standards.

Skills

Design experience

Customer-facing experience

Proficiency in CAD software

Understanding of manufacturing principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Third level qualification in Fashion or Textiles Design

Tools

Illustrator CS2

Photoshop

Gerber

CAD

Browzwear

Job description

Due to expansion, we have an opportunity for a Technical and Design Co‑Ordinator to join the team at Cooneen at Work, Fivemiletown on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Support the tender process by reading and understanding tender documentation, attending meetings, gathering samples and advising offshore and in‑house manufacturing teams on the product.
• Provide garment specifications and CAD drawings for all products and maintain and update design documentation.
• Assess and evaluate design trends in the market and with competitors.
• Gather technical data for tender opportunities and organise the testing of fabrics and products.
• Ensure samples are made to the correct specifications and sealed samples are checked against garment specifications.
• Assist in technical write‑up pieces as part of a pre‑qualification questionnaire or Invitation to Tender bid.
• Source the fabric, trims and packaging required for all sampling requirements and ensure their arrival ahead of sample production.
• Provide complete cost details and bill of materials for all products designed or when required.
• Ensure (as far as is possible) that products are within customer’s quality expectations, safety regulations and company standards.
• Understand customer strategy by regular customer visits and by seeking customer feedback and reporting back any issues to the team.
• Identify areas of potential development in product or customer base.
• To identify opportunities for improving the method of operation in your area of responsibility.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by management.
• Maximise efficiency by supporting Cooneen Lean continuous improvement activities.

Reward

At the Cooneen Group, we focus on the wellbeing of our employees. In addition to a competitive rate of pay and working within a modern and comfortable environment, you’ll receive a generous 35 days annual leave, private healthcare cash plan for you and your dependents, and lunchtime finish on Fridays.

Facilities at our include a subsidised canteen, where complimentary fresh fruit, tea, coffee and filtered water are provided each day. Other benefits include employee assistance programme, Royal London pension, paid “refer a friend” scheme, and employee social club.

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience in the design of garments, and possessing an understanding of manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in use of computerised design packages, e.g. Illustrator CS2, Photoshop, Gerber, CAD, Browzwear.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proven customer‑facing experience.

Desirable

• A Third level qualification in Fashion or Textiles Design.
• Experience of garment technology/ quality control in this field.

About The Cooneen Group

Cooneen Group is one of the largest and most diversified garment manufacturers in Europe. We are a successful, stable group of companies operating in a range of clothing markets globally. Our group is comprised of over 250 employees employed across four individual companies bringing innovative design, excellent customer service, and strong, stable supply chains in order to meet and exceed customers expectations. Each business unit focuses on delivering outstanding garment solutions for clients with very specific garment requirements.

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The Cooneen Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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