Garment Technician

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Jivaro Full time

Free on-site parking
- Generous product allowance
- 50% clothing discount off all brands

Reporting to the Head of Production & Design, you will be primarily responsible for the development of garment specifications from sample development to bulk production.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Interpreting garment designs and developing garment specifications
- Working in conjunction with the Product Development Team to gain an understanding of the product brief for upcoming ranges
- Creation of accurate specifications and input of all relevant garment construction and fit details to Technical packs
- Brief external suppliers with Technical pack, ensuring all details are clear and understood to ensure a smooth efficient sampling process
- Coordinate fittings as required
- Flag any ongoing issues/concerns with Suppliers, Test Houses or testing Standards to the QA and Technical Manager for discussion/action
- Ongoing management of all BSR items ensuring consistency of fit, colour and fabric across deliveries/seasons as required
- Management of all timelines associated with On Time garment sign off to meet bulk production schedules
- Assist the Product Development team to develop relevant product information on new styles, construction & quality
- Support and provide information on garment fit, construction and fabrics throughout the season to all team members as required
- Communicate quality standards expected to the supply base, ensuring these are clearly understood and maintained.
- Seasonally review all performance issues and store feedback across relevant categories, ensuring there are clear actions agreed to improve on any issues

**To be successful in this role you will have**:

- Relevant tertiary or related qualifications are preferred with a minimum of 5 to 10 years experience in menswear product areas
- Experience in creating accurate garment specifications and communicating these to off shore suppliers
- Proven track record in garment construction and pattern making within the menswear field
- Experience in communicating and negotiating with off shore suppliers.
- Strong understanding of garment manufacturing process
- Exceptional communication and service skills
- A detailed and focused approach to work
- Strong organisation skills to meet schedules and timeframes
- Willingness to launch and streamline new and existing procedures and systems
- Ability to think laterally on all issues and take a proactive approach to resolve them
- Strong commercial acumen, results driven, budgets, margin and profit focused

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