Technical Developer Knitwear (TEMP) - Retail/Fashion

Are you driven by a passion for creating innovative and sustainable fashion that stands out? Do you excel in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams to turn ideas into reality? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join a globally recognized fashion brand.

In this position, you will be asked to:

• Collaborate with design and merchandising teams to interpret product sketches and create collections that align with market trends and consumer needs;




• Maintain product data integrity within PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems, ensuring all information is accurate and up-to-date;




• Drive seasonal development and innovation by overseeing the technical aspects of new silhouettes, collaborating with global vendors and internal teams;




• Lead fit meetings, capturing feedback, and communicating necessary changes to both internal teams and external vendors;




• Ensure products meet critical path deadlines, supporting timely delivery of the collection at every stage of the process;




• Achieve key technical development goals, including fit improvements, grading accuracy, and overall product quality enhancement;




• Work closely with global offices and sourcing teams to resolve any quality-related issues, maintaining the highest standards of production;




• Support the development and maintenance of block libraries and technical packages for efficient and scalable production;




• Assist with administrative tasks within the team to ensure smooth workflow and documentation management.

Your salary will depend on your current knowledge and experience. Furthermore, it is a full-time position for 3 months.

How we'll proceed. Within four working days, we will let you know if you qualify for this position. We will schedule an introductory interview, either digitally or in-person. During this interview, we will inform you as fully as possible about the vacancy, the company and the rest of the procedure. After consulting with you, we will introduce you to our client and then continue to guide you through the application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruiters. Each recruiter has a strong focus on their own area of ​​expertise, which makes them the ideal sparring partner for both the candidate and the client.

Requirements:

In this position, we ask that you have:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in fashion, garment technology, pattern cutting, or equivalent experience in the fashion or textiles industry;
3-5 years of experience in technical product development, with a focus on knitwear and sweaters;
Strong experience using PLM software and understanding of its application in product development;
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a hands-on, pragmatic approach to problem-solving;
Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills across diverse teams and stakeholders;
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a focus on delivering quality and meeting deadlines;
Good command of written and spoken English for clear and effective communication.

In this role you'll be at the forefront of the technical development process, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure each seasonal collection meets both design and quality benchmarks. Your expertise will be key in maintaining high standards of product excellence, from concept to delivery, while contributing to the sustainability goals of the brand.
This temporary position (for 3 months) offers a chance to make a meaningful impact, working with a leading global fashion brand that champions innovation, quality, and a commitment to sustainable fashion practices.