Senior Garment Technologist

Our client is a fast-growing fashion brand that is well renowned online, they are a social first business and now have a following of over 15 million, selling products in almost every country.  As part of their growth strategy, they are seeking someone with strong technical expertise in apparel, who can lead and support their technical and product development function based in Bangladesh.  This pivotal role ensures the delivery of high-quality, perfectly fitting garments that meet both aesthetic and performance standards. Working closely with Buying, Design, and Merchandising, you will take full technical ownership of your product areas across woven, stretch, jersey, and occasion wear.
You will lead the fit process, ensure smooth sample development, and maintain compliance across international markets. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Senior Garment Technologist - The Role: 

• Lead fit sessions from proto through to final seal, ensuring fit, balance, and construction meet brand expectations.
• Translate initial design concepts into clear, accurate technical briefs for factories.
• Maintain consistency of fit, construction standards, and sizing continuity across all ranges.
• Conduct technical risk assessments at early development stages.
• Provide actionable fit and construction feedback and maintain a strong understanding of trends, customer preferences, and garment performance.
• Approve all testing requirements and care labels, ensuring compliance with UK, EU, and US regulations.
• Ensure all garments adhere to brand safety, legal, and quality standards.
• Liaise with QA and distribution teams to resolve any emerging production or quality issues swiftly and effectively
• Maintain up-to-date tech packs, fit comments, graded specs, and testing documentation
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers to streamline the development process and improve technical execution.
• Communicate with to ensure sample development meets timelines and quality standards.
• Review and approve production samples, ensuring consistency with sealed references.

Senior Garment Technologist - The Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Garment Technologist, ideally in women's wear across wovens, stretch, and jersey categories.
• Deep knowledge of garment construction, fabric behaviour, pattern cutting principles (practical pattern cutting experience is a bonus), and fit correction.
• Strong knowledge of international compliance and product safety standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - confident in leading fit sessions and influencing across departments.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Garment Technology, Fashion, or a related discipline.
• Strong time management, multi-tasking, and prioritisation skills - able to work under pressure and at speed without sacrificing quality.
• High attention to detail and a solutions-driven approach to daily challenges.

Senior Garment Technologist - The Package: 

• Competitive salary
• Ex pat benefits to include accommodation, flights home etc

Due to the anticipated interest in this role only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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