Trainee Sample Room Co-ordinator

Clear Destination Inc.; Hawick; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnstons of Elgin is seeking a Trainee Sample Room Co-ordinator to train in coordinating prototypes, bulk samples and accessories. This full-time role is based in Scotland, with an 38-hour week and a starting hourly rate of £13.45. Founded in 1797, Johnstons of Elgin is a luxury clothing brand recognised for its cashmere and fine wool across vertical Scottish mills.

A diverse, inclusive employer, they value sustainability and ethical practices while offering equal opportunities. HR.

Qualifications

• Passionate about knitwear.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and internal systems.
• Strong communication skills with people at all levels.
• Detail‑oriented with a good eye for accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production of prototypes, bulk samples and accessories.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Measure timings of each stage in production.
• Record garment details in spreadsheets and internal systems.

Skills

Knitwear passion

Computer literacy

Job description

Job: Trainee Sample Room Co-ordinator

About the Role: Train to be able to coordinate the production of prototypes, bulk sample garments and accessories.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity, working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hourly rate is starting from £13.45 per hour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate the production of prototypes, bulk sample garments and accessories
• Liaise with internal departments
• Measure timings of each stage in production
• Record details of garments in spreadsheets and internal systems

About You:

• Passionate about knitwear
• Competent computer user, with Microsoft packages and internal systems
• Strong communication skills with people of all levels
• Quality conscious with a good eye for detail
• Able to multi-task and work hands on as part of a team

Experience in mill operations and processes are always beneficial but not essential.

About Us:

Founded in 1797, Johnstons of Elgin is an innovative, luxury clothing brand celebrating 226 years of experience in working with the world’s finest fibres. Across three centuries, our family-owned company has carefully sourced cashmere and fine woollen fibres from around the world, applying the latest technology and highest quality craft expertise in our very own vertical Scottish mills. Employing over 1,200 staff, our valued employees and communities are at the heart of everything we do, producing unique, high-quality designs that are made to last. Our brand is focused on sustainability, working with natural, renewable, and biodegradable fibres and we are committed to maintaining a minimal environmental footprint.

Johnstons of Elgin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer wholeheartedly supporting the principles of equality and diversity to build an inclusive workforce. Our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their whole authentic self without having to downplay or change parts of their identity. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, which goes beyond those characteristics protected by law to include everything that makes us unique, from our backgrounds and experiences to our personalities and ways of thinking.

We endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and encourage any candidate who requires assistance to contact us at [e-mail].

Please note all applicants must be able to provide evidence of their right to remain and take up paid employment in country job is based.