Trainee Garment Technologist, Womenswear

Reiss Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Greater London seeks a Trainee Garment Technologist. This role involves managing shipment samples, supporting the technical team, and ensuring a competitive edge in the market. The ideal candidate should have good organizational skills, attention to detail, and some understanding of garment technology. If you have excellent communication skills and a passion for fashion, apply now to join our innovative team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Up to 65% employee discount

Access to exclusive sample sales

Health support plan

Workplace pension contributions

Enhanced parental leave policies

Electric Vehicle scheme

Cycle to Work programme

Season ticket travel loan

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of garment technology and manufacturing techniques is beneficial.
• Clear understanding of the design aesthetic of Reiss.
• Strong ability to analyze problems and offer solutions.

Responsibilities

• Logging all shipment samples coming into the business.
• Managing day-to-day administration for the technical team.
• Supporting the Technical team in updating the Reiss Critical Path systems.
• Identifying and analyzing competitors to maintain competitive edge.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

MS Office skills

Education

Degree in Fashion Technology or related field

Job description

What’s the role about?

As part of our Womenswear department, you’ll be joining as our Trainee Garment Technologist who is responsible for providing outstanding efficient administration and support across all aspects of the technical department. You will report to the Senior Garment Technologist and work closely with the Technical, Design, Product Development, Buying and Merchandising team.

Who you are

• A degree or qualification in Fashion Technology, Design, or a related field would be beneficial, but not essential, or a basic understanding of garment technology and manufacturing techniques
• A clear understanding of the design aesthetic of Reiss
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player who collaborates with ease
• Strong organiser who prioritises with ease and understands the importance of excellent time management
• The ability to analyse problems and offer solutions
• Attention to detail is key as this is a fast-paced role
• Advanced/Intermediate MS Office skills

What you’ll be doing

• Logging all shipment sample coming into the business and send DHL parcels
• Book models
• Sample management
• Manage day to day administration for the technical team
• Update Metadata / sample tracking
• Supporting the Technical team in updating the Reiss Critical Path systems on all events actioned during the sealing process
• Carrying out regular, scheduled store visits to check bulk production in and liaise with retail
• You’ll play a key role in identifying and analysing competitors to ensure that Reiss maintains a competitive edge

What we offer

• Competitive salary and company bonus.
• Up to 65% employee discount.
• Access to exclusive sample sales.
• Aviva DigiCare+ wellbeing services.
• Medicash health support plan.
• Workplace pension contributions.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Electric Vehicle scheme via Octopus Energy.
• Cycle to Work programme.
• Season ticket travel loan.
• Plus further workplace benefits.

If you want to start your story at Reiss as our Trainee Garment Technologist, don’t miss out - apply now!

#WeAreReiss

We recognise the importance and power of diversity within our business and, as such, we ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all candidates.

It is our pledge that candidates will not be discriminated against on the grounds of gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief. Every individual will be treated with respect.

We know that some people won’t apply for a role unless they feel they meet all of the requirements listed. We want you to know that finding people who will add to our inspirational culture and have a learning mindset is incredibly important to us. Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still like to hear from you.