Role Purpose
The Garment Technologist owns the technical development across soft separates product categories. Working closely with Buying and Design teams, this role proactively manages quality assurance, on-time deliveries, and manufacturing risks. You will apply a deep understanding of product construction, material capabilities, and performance to achieve high-quality products that maintain brand integrity.
Role Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Technical Development
- Work closely with Buying and Design to progress effective product development and proactively manage quality assurance.
- Take responsibility for solving quality issues in the most cost-effective and profit-conscious way while maintaining customer focus.
- Own the technical development of products, applying knowledge of construction, finishes, and material performance.
- Lead fit sessions to ensure accuracy of information and product compliance with NEXT WOB standards.
- Evaluate test reports and advise on solutions for failing materials.
- Reduce customer returns by evaluating data and implementing product improvements.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Carry out risk assessments to ensure overall product compliance and safety.
- Ensure all products are fit for purpose and meet all relevant Legal and Health & Safety standards.
- Identify manufacturing or performance risks and escalate these appropriately.
- Ensure suppliers understand and comply with NEXT WOB technical standards, policies, and the NEXT Code of Practice.
Operational Excellence & Collaboration
- Manage the product approval and sealing process, communicating clearly with necessary teams and suppliers.
- Work to key dates and guidelines driven by the critical path.
- Initiate product comparisons and benchmarking against competitors in line with industry innovation.
- Manage and participate in technical projects from concept to completion.
- Build effective relationships and engage with colleagues and suppliers at all levels.
Technical Requirements
- Experienced Garment Technologist with sufficient experience in a similar role.
- Experience dealing with a broad supply base, including overseas suppliers.
- Proficient in Excel and comfortable using various internal business systems.
- Excellent communication in written and verbal correspondence.
- Strong organisational and interpersonal skills with a professional and approachable manner.
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Highly adaptable and able to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment.
About UsLipsy is a London-based fashion brand that’s bold, dynamic, and always evolving. We create trend-led designs with a signature feminine edge, blending sophistication with unapologetic glamour. From statement-making eveningwear to effortlessly chic everyday looks, every piece is designed to make women feel confident, empowered, and unstoppable. The Lipsy woman knows what she wants - she’s ambitious, stylish, and ready to own every moment, whether she’s commanding the boardroom or turning heads at an exclusive event. About the Team
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
- 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
- Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
- Company performance based bonus
- Early VIP access to sale stock via Direct to Desk
- Life assurance
- Sharesave scheme
- Annual Travel Card Loan
- Sample Sales
- Fantastic L&D opportunities
- Flexi-Hour Scheme
- Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
- Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
- Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more
Skills Required
- Experienced Garment Technologist with womenswear experience at a high street fashion retailer
- Demonstrable experience of fabric testing and test report evaluation across multiple products
- Proficient with Excel and comfortable using other internal systems
- Experience dealing with a broad supply base including overseas suppliers
- Ability to drive fit sessions and manage product approval processes
- Able to work in a busy fast paced environment, adaptable to change
- Proficient at building effective relationships and communicating with colleagues and suppliers at all levels
- Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
What We Do
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. The company supports the heroes on the frontlines of health care by developing innovative technology, services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical process for health care providers. BD and its 65,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help improve patient outcomes, improve the safety and efficiency of clinicians’ care delivery process, enable laboratory scientists to better diagnose disease and advance researchers’ capabilities to develop the next generation of diagnostics and therapeutics. BD has a presence in virtually every country and partners with organizations around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. By working in close collaboration with customers, BD can help enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care. In 2017, BD welcomed C. R. Bard and its products into the BD family. For more information on BD, please visit bd.com.
