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PRODUCT DEVELOPER
SPORT & LIFESTYLE APPAREL
GREATER MANCHESTER
To £35,000
Join the team of this specialist in Sportswear and Lifestyle apparel - we're working on their behalf to recruit a Product Developer to focus on their special brand projects from design concept to final sign off, working with innovation to continually improve and enhance product.
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Your New Role...
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As a PD within this co, you will work closely with design and other areas of the business to deliver good high quality product from order through to shipment. The business is fast moving, so you'll need to be motivated, capable of working on your own initiative and have good attention to detail, as well as being an effective communicator.
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Your Responsibilities...
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Once the range has been finalised and an order placed, you'll start development in line with the critical path, working closely with factories.
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You'll create accurate size charts for each product, following relevant trends in fit, ensuring any legal requirements are met.
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Tracking samples for fit, photography and sign off, you'll also order any components required.
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Check and approve lab dips from suppliers and manage relevant testing on fabrics, trims and made up garments. You'll also check logo strike offs for prints and embroideries.
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Factory sample approvals with detailed comments including amendments.
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Ensuring internal and external stakeholders are kept up to date with the process throughout.
About You...
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You'll have mid level experience gained within either a PD or Garment Tech role, and have knowledge of jerseywear.
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You'll be ideally educated to degree level in a fashion related subject.
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A passion for sportswear would be highly advantageous!
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You'll have advanced IT literacy - MS packages including Excel + Adobe CC.
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You'll enjoy collaborating and working as part of a friendly, knowledgeable, supportive team culture.
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What's On Offer...
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The opportunity to work with great branded product, well designed with a focus on quality
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Highly competitive base salary with bonus and group discounts and regular performance reviews.
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Based at their HQ (no remote or hybrid), with on site parking and close to regular rail links.
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​Apply now with your current CV and we'll tell you more!
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LOGISTICS & SHIPPING MANAGER
FASHION BRAND
MANCHESTER
£GOOD DOE
This thriving fashion co go from strength to strength as they enter each new season! As they continue to expand, they are looking for an experienced Logistics & Shipping Manager to join their team.
Your New Role...
You will be a crucial part of their supply chain management, ensuring the seamless importation of goods. You will work closely with offshore suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to manage the import process, ensuring timely delivery.
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Order Management - Coordinate and manage the importation of goods, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
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Logistics Coordination - Work closely with logistics providers to ensure efficient transportation and delivery of goods.
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Documentation and Compliance - Ensure all import documentation is accurate and compliant with international trade regulations.
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Cost Management - Monitor and manage import costs, seeking opportunities to optimize expenses and improve efficiency.
About You...
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You will have proven experience in logistics, supply chain and shipping , ideally gained within the fashion industry.
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Understanding of international trade regulations, customs procedures, and logistics.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
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Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage volume orders, multiple tasks and deadlines.
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Keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
What's On Offer
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A competitive salary package with regular performance reviews.
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Flexible working and an early Friday finish.
If you are a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a background in Supply Chain, Logistics and Shipping please apply with your current CV - we look forward to hearing from you!
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JUNIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPER
SPORT, ACTIVE & LIFESTYLE APPAREL
GREATER MANCHESTER
££ COMPETITIVE + ONGOING LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
Do you enjoy seeing a garment through it's complete cycle, from initial design concept to final sign off? Do you relish variety in your work? Then this role could be for you!
A fantastic opportunity for you if you're a recent fashion graduate with internship experience and a keen interest in the "nuts and bolts" of garment construction - seeking a budding Product Developer to work on brand and private label projects, striving to continuously improve quality, form and function.
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Your New Role...
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As Junior PD within this co, you will work closely with your Senior Developer, Design and co departments, as well as suppliers to develop and deliver product from concept through to shipment. You'll thrive on working at pace - no two days are ever the same!
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Your Responsibilities...
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Working with your Senior Developer, you'll work on prototype development, in line with the critical path.
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You'll create accurate tech packs and size charts and be involved in the sealing process and fit sessions.
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Coordinate fabric and trims testing (fit for purpose, durability, colour fastness etc) and approve lab dips as well as logo strike offs for prints and embroideries.
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Approve samples and produce fit comments, keeping stakeholders updated throughout.
About You...
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A recent fashion graduate with exceptional garment construction knowledge and ability and a relevent placement of three months or more.
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A passion for sportswear would be highly advantageous!
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You'll have advanced IT literacy - MS packages including Excel + Adobe CC.
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Naturally curious, with a keen eye for detail, you'll enjoy working towards continuous improvement.
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What's On Offer...
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Ongoing development and learning + the opportunity to work with great branded product.
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Good entry level salary with bonus and discounts and regular performance reviews.
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Based at their HQ (no remote or hybrid), with on site parking and close to regular rail links.
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​Apply now with your current CV and we'll tell you more!
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GARMENT TECHNOLOGIST - WOMENSWEAR
MANCHESTER
To £33,000
We have a fantastic new garment technical opportunity with a well established fashion co.
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Forward thinking and highly professional we're looking to recruit Garment Technologist / QA on their behalf.
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Working on a mix of contract and brand ranges, in this role your duties will include;-
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Taking samples through the sealing process, providing technical knowledge around production techniques, quality and fit during the development process
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Attending fit sessions, to explain fit issues and ensure all customer requirements are actioned.
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Creating size charts, you'll understand grading rules, garment detail and proportions.
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Providing solutions & knowledge to improve overall garment make up
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Continuous improvement of standards & procedures
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Daily liaison with colleagues offshore & the UK
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Building strong trusting relationships with colleagues, factories & customers
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You'll have solid working knowledge of the fit process
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Womenswear multi product experience is highly beneficial
All in all, a superb opportunity - apply now with your current CV and we'll tell you more!
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MERCHANDISER
(IMPORT or PRODUCTION)
MANCHESTER
£Competitive DOE
We seek a highly organised Merchandiser on behalf of this leading fashion co, committed to delivering well designed, high quality apparel to their customers.... pro active with a good attention to detail, you will thrive on the challenge of being part of a busy, fast moving department, working in partnership with an impressive customer portfolio of major high street and online retailers.
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As Merchandiser with this business, your role will include...
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Order Management - ensuring accurate production timeline and delivery schedules.
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Quality Control - lab dip, strike off and size spec approvals.
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Far East Supplier Liaison - price negotiations with factories, building and maintaining strong relationships, all the while monitoring performance.
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Compliance - you'll ensure documentation is accurate and meets regulations.
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Communication & Collaboration - regular communication with internal and external stakeholders, keeping them updated from order placement through to bulk production and final delivery.
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About You...
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You'll have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills (Excel and in house systems)
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You will be an experienced Import Merchandiser with a background in supply of fashion (or a similar product), minimum two years experience in a stand alone Merchandiser role.
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Attention to Detail - with a commitment to maintaining high quality standards to meet customer needs.
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Problem Solving - able to think on your feet and minimise risk
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Organisational Skills - able to multi task, you'll be an effective time manager.
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What's On Offer...
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A good base salary (dependant on experience).
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A collaborative and creative work environment with a strong team mentality.
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On site parking and close to a frequent rail network.
Apply now with your current CV and we'll tell you more.
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IMPORT / WHOLESALE MERCHANDISER
MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE
£Excellent + Bonus
We're working with a super exciting fashion apparel brand group in their quest to hire an experienced Import / Wholesale Merchandiser .... a fast pace role in a growing department whereby no two days are the same!
Joining their team as a Merchandiser, your new role will include;-
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The effective management of the critical in path, progress chasing orders and ensuring timely deliveries
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Working with your co merchandisers, design and technical teams on lab dip, strike off and size spec approvals
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Daily liaison with off shore sources, predominantly in the Far East
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Regular communication with internal and external stakeholders, keeping them updated from order placement through to bulk production and final delivery
You'll be ideal for this role if you;-
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Have a fluid career to date, gained in supply or branded fashion in an import or wholesale merch role in the UK
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You also have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills (inc Excel proficiency)
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You'll be an effective problem solver, enjoy working at pace, have a great eye for detail and take satisfaction in getting the job done!
Excellent salary on offer, vibrant, friendly and supportive team culture and a creative working environment close to Manchester city centre with good transport links.
No hybrid working - full time studio based - but they do have daily flexible working and an early finish on a Friday!
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Please get in touch and we'll tell you more!
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