Assistant Fabric Technologist
Childrenswear Assistant Fabric Technologist
Let’s Take it On
£31,000-£40,000 (depending on experience)
Based in Enderby, Leicester Head Office
Let’s talk quality… When it comes to UK retail, it’s hard to find a company with a bigger focus on quality. We sell thousands of items an hour and our repeat customer base comes back to us time and time again for our renowned quality products. For anyone in the product technology field - this is the place to learn. To grow. And to thrive.
Our Fabric Technology teams work hard to ensure the quality of our Next product is always of the highest standard. Working alongside the Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers and Garment Technologists; this role is key to the whole product critical path from start to finish
Your role
Supporting the fabric technology process from design concept to delivery; developing and elevating fabric quality is key here at Next within the Childrenswear team. We are looking for someone with a great technical knowledge of fabric. Innovation is what we strive for here at Next and this fantastic area offers up some great opportunities for this. Working alongside the Fabric Technologist and with suppliers; reviewing fabric developments, setting and reviewing standards is a key part of the role. You will be an important support to the buying and design team, to help guide any decisions in line with Next quality expectations and legal requirements
About you
A team player; you will have great people skills to communicate effectively within a multi functional team. Using your technical experience & exceptional eye for technical detail, you will be working on a wide range of kids products including nightwear, underwear, swimwear and soft accessories. Utilising your qualifications & experience within fabric technology; You’ll be able to demonstrate an excellent understanding of fabric sourcing, manufacturing, construction and performance.. You’ll show drive and initiative to generate and implement new ideas in your department.
Your team
The Childrenswear Technology team at NEXT has a wealth of knowledge and experience across territories. This is an ideal opportunity to show us what you can do and to also soak up all the knowledge of those around you.
Your benefits
We’ll discuss more of what you’ll get when you work for Next at interview, but here’s an overview of what you can expect:
- Profit–related bonus
- 25 days holiday and the opportunity to buy more
- Contributions into a pension scheme
- Sharesave scheme, which allows you to invest in Next and claim your share of our success
- On-site nursery (salary sacrifice scheme) in Leicester
- A fantastic restaurant, coffees shops and juice bar
- Staff shop
- Free parking on-site, including car sharing
- Free company bus service to and from Leicester city centre and other areas
- 25% staff discount on most Next products – either in our stores or delivered directly to your desk
- National and local discounts on goods and services
- A digital GP healthcare service
Sponsorship
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
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