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On-site in Bradford +1·Added 20 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)
The role
About The Role
Are you a technical expert with a passion for quality? At Nutmeg, we don't just make clothes; we create affordable, high quality fashion that our customers trust. As a Nutmeg Technologist, you'll be the gatekeeper of our quality standards, ensuring every garment is safe, legal, and perfectly fit for purpose.
You won't just be ticking boxes. You'll be a strategic partner, working alongside Buying, Design, and Merchandising to deliver commercially winning ranges that hit our sales and margin targets while exceeding customer expectations.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Supporting our technical strategy delivering Nutmeg's brand values and quality credentials.
- Build strong ties with Design and Buying to develop our unique "brand handwriting" while maintaining 100% technical compliance.
- Setting technical standards with our strategic partners in everything from garment fit and grade rules, to Risk assessment and product testing,
- Manage a timely garment approval process and keep our critical path on track.
- Work with our third party providers on pre-shipment and intake inspections.
- Listen and respond to customer queries
- Stay ahead of the curve. You'll regularly visit stores and track competitors to ensure our quality is in line with the market.
- Support the Technical Audit process, ensuring our factory partners meet our rigorous standards.
- Cultivate productive, positive relationships with global suppliers.
- Help to foster an environment where sharing ideas and solving problems is the norm.
About You
You're a "product person" through and through, with a sharp eye for detail and a deep understanding of garment construction. You're also a savvy communicator who can influence stakeholders and simplify complex technical issues.
We're looking for:
- Understanding of UK/EU legislation, garment fit and construction, fabrics, and testing.
- A solid understanding of the buying and merchandising lifecycle and how technical decisions impact the bottom line.
- The ability to influence internal peers and external suppliers with confidence.
- You thrive in a fast moving retail environment and know how to get things done efficiently.
- Resilient and able to adapt to the changing market.
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