Uniforms Technical Specialist

About the role

The Uniforms Technical Specialist leads the technical development of garments across multiple categories, focusing on block development, fit accuracy, construction quality, and pattern engineering. The role also manages a team of Product Developers and Quality Controllers to ensure consistent technical execution and quality assurance.

Key responsibilities

• Own and evolve master blocks across product categories, ensuring consistency with brand fit standards and grading logic.
• Apply advanced fitting solutions to address complex fit challenges across genders, body types, and garment categories.
• Oversee grading rules, pattern making (manual and digital), and creation of detailed technical packs.
• Provide clear instructions to suppliers and support the Uniforms Manager in embedding a robust Quality Management System.
• Lead root‑cause analysis and corrective action planning for recurring quality issues.
• Mentor and develop a team of Product Developers and Quality Controllers.

Required profile

• Degree/Diploma in Garment Technology, Fashion Design, Textile Engineering or related field.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience, including leadership in multi‑product environments.
• Experience in a buying house or sourcing office is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, grading and fit analysis.
• Expertise in block development and managing fit across diverse product categories.
• Strong manual and digital pattern‑making skills.
• Proficiency in creating technical packs, BOMs and finishing standards.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and root‑cause analysis.