Saturday 10 April 2010

The perfect job

When in the searching to find my perfect job I came across a website can you cut it this website offers all the information you could want to find about your career in fashion. I recommend any one how wants to have a career in fashion take a quick read. I found it really helpful. They give you information on all the main key roles in the fashion industry and all the information that you could want, from fashion designer to pattern-cutter, production manager and many more. Make sure you check this website out

they offer top tips from some of the top names in fashion like Adrian Wollaston Head of Menswear Design (Preview) for Firetrap, Joanne Baker creative tailor for Gieves & Hawkes, Stephen Jones's millinery designer and maker, as well as many more. You can read up about work experience and placements as well as what qualification you would need. This is a great quick and easy website to use if quick information on a fashion career.

Still in such of a perfect job... is there such a thing? To me getting any job is an achievement. Been given a job means they trust you to work for there companies which can hold many responsibilities no matter what level your at. Here are some adverts from retail choice



CVUK
London
c £34k
Temporary
RetailChoice/AT 13918
07/04/2010 11:49
Job description:

Garment Technologist Knitwear - Maternity Cover

My client a "young, ladies wear retailer" has an exciting opportunity for a MATERNITY COVER Garment Technologist, with an experience in knitwear.

Key Responsibilities:

You will work with the Buying and Merchandising teams to
establish optimum product value and review customer returns on a monthly basis, taking action to reduce risk going forward. Whilst building effective working relationships with suppliers to drive and support product development, constantly working with suppliers to achieve Quality Assured and Delivery Assured status. You will liaise with the Distribution Centre on a daily basis with regard to quality control issues, communicating problems quickly and effectively to Buying and Merchandising teams and suppliers. Whilst taking full responsibility for the fitting and sealing process including wearer trials and fit test days

The Ideal Candidate will have:
A proven track record operating at Garment Technologist level, Commercial awareness with a solid understanding of the high street, Extensive experience in fitting and sealing, as well as fabric testing and the ability to use own initiative, problem solve and have strong negotiation skills. You will be able to work in a face paced, high pressured environment and have excellent communication skills



Interim 6-9 month Maternity cover Garment Technologist
Company: AUSTIN REED GROUP
Location: Central London / West End (W1)
Position: Design
Sector: Fashion
Salary: Competitive Salary
Job Type: Temporary
Reference : RetailChoice/Garment Technologist
Date posted : 10/04/2010 18:40


Job Description :

Job Title:Interim 6-9 month Maternity cover Garment Technologist (Knitwear & Jersey)

Reporting to:Buyer (Knitwear)

Location:London Office

Overall Purpose:A superb opportunity has arisen for a Garment Technologist to join our Technical team in our Head Office in London.The role will be responsible for ensuring that product quality developed meets and continuously improves with the CC brand values of superb quality and affordable luxury.


Main Duties and Responsibilities

·To support development of a robust supply base, working directly with suppliers to develop and manufacture products the CC customer wants at a premium quality standard at an affordable price.

  • To contribute to product development, initiating action to improve product quality and manufacturing method.
  • To maintain continuity of fit requirements on multiple product types across the supply base in line with differing fabrications and methods of manufacture.
  • To advise and influence commercial standards during product development and production meetings in conjunction with other functions within the business.
  • To build close working relationships with suppliers and production staff.

Key Skills And Experience Required

Good understanding of production and manufacturing techniques, specialising in Knitwear and knitted fabrics.
Good knowledge of pattern cutting and grading.
Good fabric knowledge.
Great organisational skills.
Attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work as a team member.
Be able to adhere to strict deadlines and work under pressure.
Competent in use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and e-mail.
Experience with Far East and European suppliers/factories.

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