Description

A BIT ABOUT THE ROLE
The Garment Technologist will sit within our Outerwear and Bottoms team within Womenswear, reporting to the Senior Technologist and will be responsible for their own product area.
They are responsible for the development of each product within their area and ensuring that each product meets our Boden quality standards.
They manage relationships with their suppliers and drive improvements in the quality and fit of their own product area.
BENEFITS AT BODEN
Flexible hybrid working
Targeted annual bonus scheme
Generous Boden clothing allowance and 30% discount on all current clothing ranges
Holiday increase with years of service
Portal with an array of discounts and cashback offers on retail and entertainment
Group personal pension scheme and life insurance cover
24/7 Virtual GP service for you and your household
Free onsite parking, teas & coffee stations and subsidised café with free toast for breakfast
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Management of labelling and packaging BOMs
Managing shipment samples
Managing AQL process
Managing testing process
Presentation of product and feedback from product lockdown meetings
Managing wearer trials and fabric development
Product fully legally compliant
Product developed in line with critical path
Fit and risk assess own product area independently
Achievement of fit returns target for product area and input to returns analysis
Customer communication (bullet point and customer queries)
Clear communication with suppliers and maintaining good relationships with suppliers
Supplier visits carried out and visit reports completed
Contribute to supplier appraisal process
Manage critical path for own product area
Contribute to strategy packs
Technical training of junior team members
Develop and support junior members of the wider team
THE EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Degree or equivalent or relevant experience/qualification
3-5 years relevant experience- ideally with outerwear and/or bottom
Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Knowledge of pattern and garment construction
Knowledge of yarns/fabrics
A BIT ABOUT YOU
Clear communication skills
Good problem-solving skills
Great time management
Ability to multitask
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
We want Boden to be the place everyone wants to work. Friendly and open, understanding and supportive. A best-of-British company with diverse teams, equal opportunities, and fair working and recruitment practices. We believe in hiring the best person for the job whoever they are, helping them thrive in it and celebrating their individuality.
We would like to encourage people from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our roles. If you need any reasonable adjustments or additional support during your application process, please do not hesitate to let us know.