Garment Technologist

Are you passionate about product quality, garment fit, and delivering value to customers? PEP is looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to join our Kidswear team within the Merchandise Department. Purpose of the Position To provide a quality assurance service to Pep Merchandise department, Supply Chain and Suppliers. Key Responsibilities Assessment and feedback of fit, pre‑production and production samples from suppliers Work as part of the Product Development team to create new silhouettes and shapes Compile and create technical briefs and size specifications Approval/rejection of fabric testing reports Communicate changes to suppliers by providing technical feedback and diagrams Assist with the creation of technical manuals in accordance with Pep’s processes and standards Bulk audit assessments Store visits to assess quality of products delivered Job Incumbent Requirements Related tertiary qualification plus a minimum of 5–10 years related industry/retail work experience Industry experience (e.g. work experience in a kidswear factory) will be an advantage Knowledge of pattern making will be an advantage Experience in grading and garment fit and measuring Thorough knowledge and understanding of underwear construction In‑depth experience in outer garment technology in retail will be an advantage Strong commercial eye to identify fit for purpose Exposure to in‑house systems (e.g. Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) or internet‑based systems) PC literate: Google Suite will be an advantage Corel Draw / Illustrator would be an advantage Competencies: Confidence and decisiveness; Resourcefulness; Courage; Detail orientation; Service orientation; Problem assessment and building and maintaining relationships; Communication, negotiation, influencing, planning and organizing; Stress tolerance Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Quality Assurance and Supply Chain Industries Retail Location Parow, Western Cape, South Africa #J-18808-Ljbffr