Garment Technologist

Tala (We are Tala Ltd)

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 hours ago
TALA has been on a rocket ship since its founding in 2019 by entrepreneur Grace Beverley. Built on largely organic socials, we have matured into a DTC eCommerce business with a multi-faceted growth and retention strategy across multiple digital channels. At just 4 years old, we’re trading on impressive numbers and doing 2x on last year. Working with a team who have best-in-class content experience, you will be key to achieving the next stage of our ambitious growth plans.This full-time role is the perfect opportunity for a Garment Technologist experienced in activewear to make their mark within a fast-paced, scaling start-up. In this role, you will own the TALA fit and garment quality. Working across all product categories, ensuring products are sealed on-time according to the critical path and quality standards are achieved by all suppliers. KPIs will include low returns and high customer satisfaction.Tasks
  • Drive fit sessions for multi-product and work collaboratively with the Design and product team.
  • Give accurate and timely fit comments to suppliers within critical path deadlines.
  • Risk assess product through wearer trials, ensuring construction, design and fabrics are fit for purpose.
  • Work with the Design team to bring to life garments through spec / workbook creation with initial spec measurements.
  • Create 3XL spec for fitting alongside size small.
  • Create graded production specs for core and extended size ranges.
  • Bench marking product against competitors to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Approve test reports, keeping up to date with legal legislation.
  • Analyse and resolve any quality issues and customer returns.
  • Complete supplier reviews by having extensive knowledge of supply base and factory capabilities.
  • Grade factory audits and review certifications.
  • Review sustainability certifications for all sustainable attributes.
  • Build strong relationships across the teams and supply base.
  • Supporting our goals and values including sustainability, diversity & inclusion strategies
Requirements
  • Significant experience in a Garment Technologist role (at least 6 years), with extensive knowledge of multi-product fitting and inclusive sizing
  • Expert knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, fitting, and grading
  • Understanding of testing, analysing test reports and garment care
  • Be confident and assertive when communicating technical knowledge
  • Well organised and capable of working to tight deadlines
  • Passionate about the role and drive high standards of quality and fit
  • Great communication skills both with internal and external teams
  • Reliable, flexible and enjoy working in a start-up environment
  • Creative approach and know Tala’s customer
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Fun, start-up working culture
  • A sense of mission and contribution to the greater good
  • Flexible working environment with Mondays and Fridays remote, Tues to Thurs in our office
  • 25 days paid annual leave
  • Clothing allowance and discount on the best athleisure in the game
Our shopping habits are driven by global powerhouse fast fashion brands, churning out hundreds of thousands of cheap clothes every day, telling us we must shop and wear the latest styles.TALA is the brand you always knew you wanted but could never quite find - responsibly made activewear and off-duty styles at competitive prices without the need to compromise on high-performance designs and flattering fits. TALA was founded in May 2019 by fitness entrepreneur Grace Beverley to disrupt the fast fashion and activewear industries after years of working in the space.We are TALA. Flattering fits you feel good in and good about.Tala (We are Tala Ltd)

Tala (We are Tala Ltd)