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My client is a UK-based apparel supplier with over 50 years of experience working with leading retailers some of which include Next, Urban Outfitters, and River Island. They specialise in knitwear and jerseywear, supported by a global network of partner factories across countries such as Turkey, India and China. Their UK studio delivers design, development and sampling with industry-leading speed. As they enter a new phase of operational focus and growth, they are strengthening their technical team to ensure world-class fit, quality and consistency across all product categories. Therefore i am looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to join the team, to take ownership of Garment approval from development through to production. (Across Jersey and Knitwear product) This is a full-time posistion based in Leicestershire (Onsite / Hybrid) Garment Technologist - The Role We are looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to take ownership of garment approval from development through to production. This is a key technical position within the business. You will be responsible for: Leading fit sessions and managing fit comments with clarity and authority Owning garment specifications and grading accuracy Ensuring consistency between approved samples and bulk production Managing technical communication with overseas factories Identifying construction risks before production Resolving quality issues quickly and commercially Working closely with Design, Sales and Production Garment Technologist - The candidate and what we are looking for : Strong experience in jerseywear (and knitwear preferable) Excellent understanding of garment construction, grading and tolerances Confident leading fit meetings independently Experience working with UK high street retailers Strong technical knowledge of fabrics and wash processes Ability to manage multiple critical paths under pressure Excellent communication skills Detail-oriented but commercially pragmatic Garment Technologist - Why join their team - Direct impact role within a growing leadership team Opportunity to shape technical standards across the business Exposure to major UK retailers Stable, long-term opportunity with clear direction Collaborative and experienced in-house team Full-time permanent position.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join one of the leading Suppliers/Distributors of automotive/bike accessories and apparel. This innovative and exciting business also has its own well recognised and successful brands. We are looking for an import Merchandiser to be based in their North-West office to develop and maintain strong relationships with international suppliers and ensure timely delivery, availability, quality and cost efficiency of products. Also oversee supplier performance, negotiates terms, and resolve issues to maintain smooth supply chain operations. Coordinates shipments, compliance, and documentation while aligning inventory with business needs. Merchandiser - Responsibilities: Order Processing Raise purchase orders, review retail orders, and ensure correct print positions and templates. Supplier Coordination Liaise with international manufacturers to manage planning and production. Evaluate supplier capabilities, capacity, and compliance with ethical sourcing and sustainability standards Conduct regular performance reviews and factory audits to ensure quality and reliability Negotiate lead times and minimum order quantities to optimise cost and flexibility Resolve production issues, delays, and quality concerns through proactive communication and problem-solving Collaborate with Supply Chain Director and Supply Manager to onboard new vendors and manage risk Drive continuous improvement in workflow efficiency and supplier responsiveness Analyse historical data to improve forecasting and lead time accuracy Critical Path Management Develop and maintain detailed critical path schedules for each product category and season. Track key milestones: sample approvals, bulk production, inspections, shipping, and delivery Use internal documents and ERP systems to update timelines and flag potential delays Implement contingency plans to mitigate delays and ensure timely product launches Align production timelines with marketing campaigns, retail drops, and seasonal demand Drive continuous improvement in workflow efficiency and supplier responsiveness Shipment Planning Work with suppliers to approve shipments and ensure on time handover to freight forwarders Collaborate with Import Merchandiser to ensure all documentation is provided and shipment details and priorities are clearly communicated for inbound planning Cross Functional Collaboration Communicate status updates and risks to cross-functional teams including design, demand, sales, and logistic Merchandiser - Requirements Degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields ideal , depending on experience. A minimum of 3 year experience in a merchandising/demand planning/forecasting role Highly organised - able to manage own workload Capability to multitask in a fast paced environment. Proactive, with the ability to foresee problems and find solutions to mitigate business risk Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good knowledge of software tools: Excel advanced, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics NAV

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join one of the leading Suppliers/Distributors of automotive/bike accessories and apparel. This innovative and exciting business also has its own well recognised and successful brands. Based on the Derbyshire/Notts border, this is an easily accessible site for commuting from the East Midlands. We are looking for a data driven Demand Planner who will be responsible for ensuring product demand is met. Monitoring forecasts, analysing sales data and ensuring stock levels are optimised in line with demand and inventory targets, maximising sales and minimising risk for the business. Hybrid working will be considered following completion of successful probation and training period. Demand Planner - Responsibilities Working with the Demand Manager to develop effective forecast models tailored for each brand, product, industry trends and demand patterns. Reviewing sales forecasts to ensure they are aligned with historical data and business growth strategy Producing annual and monthly demand plans based on agreed forecasts for new and existing models. Analysing sales and inventory data to monitor product and brand performance against forecast for each territory. Conducting monthly forecast maintenance. Attending regular meetings with Brand Managers and sales to review brand performance, often down to SKU level, and provide updates on availability Highlighting areas of concern and providing risk assessments and mitigation activities. Taking a proactive and data led approach to address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner. Reviewing the impact on budget for any changes in demand / deviation from forecast and ensuring this is communicated to senior team. Monitor and report on action points from Brand review meetings, e.g. success of specific campaign performance to accelerate sales, performance of specific territories Communicating with internal teams to obtain information on occurrences that could impact demand like promotions and production delays Work closely with the Supply team to ensure that forecasts and demand plans are communicated successfully and supply capabilities are accounted for Planning intake (PO) requirements inline with demand. Ensuring requirements are met and we optimise sales. Working closely with the Supply on a daily basis to ensure that supply and demand are aligned. Regular meetings with Brand Managers, Sales and Supply teams to ensure a strong cross functional process and working in line with S&OP procedures. Demand Planner - Requirements Ideally a Degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields (D.O.E) A minimum of 3 year experience in a merchandising/demand planning/forecasting role Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures. Highly analytical - able to analyse data and construct reports using Excel Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge. Capability to multitask in a fast paced environment. Proactive, with the ability to foresee problems and find solutions to mitigate business risk Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluent in English, other languages are a plus Good knowledge of software tools: Excel advanced, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics NAV