Senior Garment Technologist

Bowmay Consulting are recruiting for a Senior Garment Technologist to join an established business entering an exciting period of change, development and growth, with a new division being created.

This is an opportunity to join the team at an important stage of its development, working across product development, garment specifications, sampling, fit, technical approval and supplier relationships.

The role offers scope for greater ownership and responsibility.

What You Get

• £competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (holiday purchase scheme) + Your birthday as an additional day's leave
• Life assurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Medical benefits

About The Role

Working as part of the product development team, you'll support the creation and progression of products from initial development through to manufacture, ensuring technical information, specifications and samples are accurate and delivered in line with agreed critical paths.

The role will involve working closely with Design, Production, Quality, Certification and external suppliers, as well as liaising with overseas factories during product development and manufacture.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Creating and issuing technical packs for new and resourcing styles
• Managing garment specifications, including diagrams, BOMs, size charts and artwork
• Organising and attending fit sessions
• Supporting sample development and approval
• Reviewing Bronze, Silver and Gold samples through to bulk production
• Working with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve technical, construction and fit issues
• Managing project critical paths and ensuring deadlines are achieved
• Maintaining accurate product development records and documentation
• Supporting product certification and compliance
• Producing technical garment drawings using Adobe Illustrator
• Reviewing and improving existing specifications
• Supporting continuous improvement in specification accuracy and consistency

About You

For the Senior Garment Technologist position, we're looking for someone who can demonstrate stronger technical experience and take greater ownership across product development, specifications, sampling and supplier relationships.

You'll need:

• Knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• A proactive, problem-solving approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Good Microsoft Office skills
• Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop experience
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Experience of working to critical paths would be beneficial
• A willingness and ability to travel within the UK and overseas
• Knowledge of PPE standards would be advantageous but isn't essential.

About The Company

This is an exciting time to join the business, with a new division being created and the wider organisation going through a period of change and growth .

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