Junior Garment Technologist

Founded in 1994 deep in London Soho’s underbelly, Agent Provocateur carved out a notorious anti-establishment narrative inspired by its punk roots and became renowned for not being afraid to shake things up. Today, Agent Provocateur is an iconic global brand, known for our provocative attitude, exceptional design, exquisite fabrics and our playfulness.

As a Junior Garment Technologist you will:

• Be responsible for the technology of fitting & review of all accessories, including Jewellery, Shoes, Hosiery and Single Knickers from the initial 1st Proto to Pre-Production Approval, generating and communicating the relevant paperwork at each stage of the process. Having a keen eye for detail to ensure the look, design and quality of the product meets the brands high expectations
• Prepare and communicate the Pre-Production paperwork across all product areas to release stock for shipment. To ensure the weekly fitting list is updated and available every week to be communicated to the Technical team. To assist in fits for other product areas when required.

On time delivery

• Ensure all Accessories, Hosiery & Single Knickers are fitted within the CP timeline & the documentation communicated to the supplier within the same week of fitting/review
• Pre-Production documentation to be process & communicated to the suppliers in a timely manner to avoid any shipment delays across all product areas
• Liaise and communicate alongside the warehouse QC team in processing all AQL documentation in relation to Accessories, Hosiery and single knickers in a timely manner
• Ensure the Technical tracker for the relevant area is updated & communicated to the Head of Technical on a weekly basis
• Highlight all issues to Production that could lead to a delay on time delivery
• Laise with the suppliers for updates on sample submission

Fitting

• Generate the weekly team fit list by communicating with the Production coordinator in receiving new samples into the Business
• Communicate fitting feedback to all suppliers on any amendments to the product area from 1st Proto through to the Pre-Production process
• Assist the senior Technologist’s across all product areas, in the weekly fitting of samples where applicable
• Focus on continuous improvement through the analysis of returns and customer feedback, competitor awareness and industry feedback
• Assist the Technical team in working with the Creative Director on fitting product at initial proto concept

Quality & AQL

• All relevant product area samples should be analysed for make-up and quality of product and comments communicated back to the supplier accordingly
• AQL submissions from the warehouse QC team should be reviewed and a course of action decided on the product status
• Drive consistency in fit and quality through product development / approval processes
• Ensure all products are safe and legal to international and in-house standards

The successful candidate will enjoy access to engage with a variety of discretional benefits such as:

• 21 days annual leave entitlement + plus Bank holidays each year
• Generous staff discount across a variety of brands
• Auto-enrolment into company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Seasonal ticket loan
• Charity time-bank scheme
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave