Assistant Garment Technologist

Assistant Garment Technologist

A fantastic opportunity to join an established contemporary global fashion brand owned by George Davies. Our team at GWD are all like-minded passionate individuals who are empowered to move the brand forward.

About us?

Established in 2020, GWD is an exciting fashion brand for girls, boys, and women. GWD is a true lifestyle brand, built around the principles of great design and great quality, with amazing attention to detail.

Why Work Here?

If you are looking for a new challenge within a dynamic team, then this is the role for you. We are in a beautiful Cotswold studio nestled in a sleepy village away from all the hustle and bustle of city life to ensure creativity is at the forefront of our minds when product alive. We live by a fun, friendly and hardworking office atmosphere.

Our product has a boutique feel which you will be involved in from start to finish and have influence on building a well-designed and very detailed range.

You will be working alongside some of the best in the business who you can learn from and get creative with.

What are we looking for?

Someone to provide first class support for the product team and ensure the smooth running of the area.

Key Tasks

Product Management

• Log in all fit samples and PP samples. Checking that all samples have been processed and commented on.

• File all fabric, garment, and safety testing.

• Measure samples.

• Measure and process gold seal samples for approval.

• Updating business systems on the status of sample after fit and risk assessment meetings.

• Setting up initial workbooks for garments.

• Taking notes/photos in fit and risk assessment meetings.

• Get samples ready for fit meetings, making sure workbooks and previous comments are present.

• General administration duties.

Manufacturing Partners

• Liaise with overseas manufactures

• Chasing suppliers for samples, testing, mock ups, buying samples/fits.

Personal Impact & Self Development

• Strong organisation skills

Communication

• Recognises the importance of verbal communication via phone and video conferencing.

• Arranging fit meetings with the relevant departments.

Knowledge & Experience Required

• Competent knowledge of MS Office including Word and Excel.

• Ability to quickly learn new software and databases.

• Sound knowledge of garment construction, measuring and grading.

Person Specification

• Work under pressure to tight deadlines

• Good team player

• Flexible

• Hardworking and committed

• Self-motivated and passionate

• Proactive approach

• Excellent attention to detail

• Ability to adapt style in accordance to requirements

• Able to multitask and prioritise

• Logical thinker

• Excellent presentation skills

• Able to organise self and others

• Driving License and own transport is essential

The Offer?

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

• Salary: Competitive

• Working for a fast-paced global fashion brand

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (days increase with length of service)

• Private medical insurance available

• Company pension scheme

• Sample Sales

• Friendly communal snug area within the studio to give colleagues the chance to relax

• A fun and friendly team where we encourage Friday buffets and team nights out!

• A beautifully maintained studio in the heart of the infamous Cotswolds

Sound good to you?

Then we would love to hear from you!

If you love the sound of this role, please send us your CV and covering letter, telling us more about yourself and why you are interested in the role.

If it’s not for you, but know someone who would be interested, feel free to forward the details on!

You can also visit http://www.georgedavies.com/ for more info on the inspiration that is George Davies.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person