Product Development Assistant / Junior Garment Technologist

About Bradshaw Taylor:

Loving the outdoors since 1895.

At Bradshaw Taylor, we are extremely proud to be involved with the very best brands in outdoor and country clothing and equipment. Our role is to connect these brands with retailers and with consumers in the UK and Europe though our team of over 100 passionate customer service, sales, marketing and distribution specialists.

We are a family business, owned and run by the Cavell-Taylor family, with Corry Taylor at our helm. Corry started distributing outdoor and country brands over 25 years ago, having taken over Bradshaw Taylor from his father, Mark.

Our buzzing head office remains on the site of the original Bradshaw Taylor business in Oakham, Rutland where it has been based since 1895. Our product may have changed, but our commitment to exceptional customer service and industry expertise remains. We are proud to be a specialist in the UK outdoor and country apparel and clothing industry.

About Schöffel Country

Schöffel Country is a British country clothing brand founded in Oakham, Rutland. Owned by the Schöffel family in Bavaria and backed by over 200 years of German engineering and manufacturing expertise, every product is designed in the UK and inspired by the British countryside.

We live and breathe the Great British country way of life, creating innovative, high-performance and reliable clothing designed to enhance time outdoors. From advanced fabrics to exceptional fit and thoughtful product features, we continually strive to deliver premium products that reflect the landscapes, weather and heritage that shape our customers’ lifestyles.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Product Development Assistant / Junior Garment Technologist to support our Product Development and Technical teams. You will play a key role in ensuring products meet Schöffel Country’s standards for fit, quality and performance from prototype through to production.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career Garment Technologist seeking hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle within a premium country clothing brand.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Technical

• Support day-to-day product development and technical processes across categories
• Prepare for and assist with fit sessions, accurately measuring garments and recording feedback
• Maintain fit consistency in line with graded specifications and range standards
• Write clear, commercially realistic technical and fit comments for suppliers
• Assist with Tech Pack creation and updates where required
• Review samples from prototype through to production stages against agreed standards

Quality & Production

• Support quality control throughout development and production
• Assist with approval processes for bulk fabrics, pre-production and shipment samples
• Help review lab test reports, certifications and product approvals
• Support wearer trials, post-production checks and feedback reviews

Sample & Critical Path Management

• Manage and prioritise sample flow in line with the critical path
• Organise deliveries, sample requests and dispatch
• Maintain accurate product records and update PLM systems
• Manage seasonal samples, fabrics, specifications and product archives

Team Support

• Provide administrative and technical support to the Product Development team
• Maintain accurate documentation, logs and development records
• Support effective communication with suppliers and internal teams

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Garment Technology, Fashion, Product Development or similar — or 1+ year relevant industry experience
• Understanding of garment construction, fit, pattern and basic grading
• Knowledge of fabrics and materials
• Ability to measure garments accurately and identify fit or construction issues
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Clear communication and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Effective time management and ability to work to deadlines

Systems & Tools

• Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• PLM system experience beneficial but not essential
• Adobe Illustrator advantageous but not required

Why Join Schöffel Country

• Join a premium British country clothing brand with strong heritage
• Work within a supportive, passionate and collaborative team
• Gain hands-on experience across the full product development lifecycle
• Opportunity for career growth within a growing brand inspired by the countryside