Recruiting for potentially two experienced Fabric Technologists for an established international clothing manufacturer looking to expand their mens and womenswear teams. Joining a busy London office to develop and source new fabrics, and form part of a multi-functional team dedicated to the design, development and production of garments for leading clothing retailers & etailers.

Fabric Technologist - Responsibilities:

* Working with fabric suppliers to sample or develop fabrics required.

* To ensure fabric sourcing and innovation is in line with our strategic sourcing of garments.

* To ensure fabric developments are cost effective.

* To ensure all colours required are lab dyed, submitted to the customer and approved and distributed to relevant factories.

* To discuss and agree solutions with suppliers if test results are sub standard

* To risk assess new fabrics.

* To ensure all fibre composition testing is complete and appropriate care labels issued.

* To ensure all technical files are kept up to date.

Fabric Technologist - Skills and Requirements:

* Educated to degree standard

* Min. 3years+ relevant experience of fabric technology in the clothing industry

* Excellent communication and presentation skills.

* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

* A confident, proactive approach capable of working effectively in a team under pressure in a demanding fast paced environment

* Ability to interact effectively with suppliers and colleagues at all levels