Technical Garment Technologist - Cape Union Mart - Maternity contract 6 months at Cape Union Mart

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead product development aligned with brand specs
• Prepare accurate tech packs for suppliers
• Oversee the full sample sealing process—from development through bulk production
• Conduct seasonal fit reviews
• Pattern grading to brand/customer specs
• Provide technical support to the design team
• Maintain and update pattern block library and grading rules
• Manage strict quality standards and QA reports
• Develop supplier relationships; investigate quality issues
• Liaise with QC at the distribution centre and with both local and overseas factories for approvals and quality queries

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) and tertiary qualification in fashion, clothing, textiles, or garment construction
• Factory experience is advantageous
• Preferably 5+ years in a similar role
• Valid driver’s license is a plus
• Experience in clothing retail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; intermediate to high Excel skills advantageous
• Strong garment and pattern construction knowledge

Competencies:

• Understanding of retail cycles and clothing construction processes
• Passion for design trends (local and international)
• Detail-oriented, solution-driven, proactive, lateral thinker
• Strong communication, stakeholder relationship-building
• Excellent prioritisation and time-management under pressure