Garment Technologist at Mr Price Group

Purpose

Mr Price is currently searching for an experienced Garment Technologist. Your core objectives are to provide quality assurance for the products we offer and to partner with the merchant team to provide quality, value driven merchandise.                                                                     

Key responsibilities                                 

Reporting into the Quality Manager, you will work alongside a team of Garment Technologists who support the merchandise buying team. The core responsibility of this role would be the critical assessment of merchandise samples i.e. assess fabric, fit and styling.

• You also assess the quality and construction methods employed to improve the quality of the garment.
• You will be responsible for completing all the administrative requirements related to this process and may be required to do occasional store visits

Requirements

• Diploma in Clothing Technology or Fashion Design
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience
• An understanding of fabrics, pattern making and grading
• Experience in Kids wear would be an advantage
• Patternmaking experience and knowledge of the Lectra pattern system would be an advantage
• Driver’s license preferable