Senior Garment Technician

Hunkemöller•Deerfield, IL

77d

About The Position

Senior Garment Technician Key Accountabilities Work with the Head of Technical and other Senior Technologist to develop the technical strategy ensuring alignment with the broader company strategy Work in collaboration with buying, design and merchandising to deliver market leading product Set and maintain technical standards across product area putting customer requirements at the centre of policy Ensure all technical standards are frequently communicated to all stakeholders involved in the design, development and production processes (internal and external) Deliver clear specifications on design tech packs to include fit, fabric quality, construction standards and components Approve fit and construction standards Work with pattern development team to ensure that all relevant blocks and patterns are in place Benchmark Hunkemoller product against commercial and technical competitors ensuring a market leading position feeding into the product development strategy Manage fabric and trim (raw material) performance requirements and ensure quality, comfort and innovation are embedded into the raw material strategy Ensure the integrity of product data on the Hunkemoller systems internal and customer/supplier facing Monitor product performance through sales, perfect returns and product failure Maintain up to date knowledge of fabrics, garment construction and manufacturing innovations Play active role in department/ product supply and sourcing strategy To technically develop, specify and deliver market leading product in line with the company product strategy. Ensure that the customer is at the forefront of all decision-making, prioritising customers over tasks. Manage the delivery of quality, innovation, fit and compliance aligned with the Hunkemoller core values and strategic pillars Hunkemöller’s mission is to be a much loved, social and inclusive brand - powered by our people. We have over 900 stores in 15 countries and we are growing. Our plans to expand both in Europe and beyond provide exceptional opportunities for those with a passion for retail. Indeed, passion is one our six values: fun, inclusive, passionate, sexy, in-touch and inspiring. These values drive all we do and together with our growing commitment to the well-being of people, planet and communities, we are building a brand aligned to the demands of our global customers and those that work with us. Our USPs are many however, at the heart of what makes us special is a commitment to World-Class service, whatever the channel and wherever the store. This commitment extends to how we work with each other and creating a World-Class working environment. Hunkemöller is certified TOP EMPLOYER of the Netherlands (for the third time in a row) & Germany 2020, which underlines our people initiatives and achievements.

Requirements

Strong understanding of garment construction and pattern cutting
Knowledge of fabric performance, testing standards, and manufacturing processes
Excellent fitting and measurement skills
Ability to produce clear and detailed technical documents
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Strong communication and supplier-management skills
Attention to detail and quality assurance mindset
Proficiency in CAD, PLM systems, or garment-specific software (e.g., Gerber, Lectra, CLO3D)

Responsibilities

Work with the Head of Technical and other Senior Technologist to develop the technical strategy ensuring alignment with the broader company strategy
Work in collaboration with buying, design and merchandising to deliver market leading product
Set and maintain technical standards across product area putting customer requirements at the centre of policy
Ensure all technical standards are frequently communicated to all stakeholders involved in the design, development and production processes (internal and external)
Deliver clear specifications on design tech packs to include fit, fabric quality, construction standards and components
Approve fit and construction standards
Work with pattern development team to ensure that all relevant blocks and patterns are in place
Benchmark Hunkemoller product against commercial and technical competitors ensuring a market leading position feeding into the product development strategy
Manage fabric and trim (raw material) performance requirements and ensure quality, comfort and innovation are embedded into the raw material strategy
Ensure the integrity of product data on the Hunkemoller systems internal and customer/supplier facing
Monitor product performance through sales, perfect returns and product failure
Maintain up to date knowledge of fabrics, garment construction and manufacturing innovations
Play active role in department/ product supply and sourcing strategy
To technically develop, specify and deliver market leading product in line with the company product strategy.
Ensure that the customer is at the forefront of all decision-making, prioritising customers over tasks.
Manage the delivery of quality, innovation, fit and compliance aligned with the Hunkemoller core values and strategic pillars