Senior Garment Technologist

Sisters & Seekers Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent womenswear fashion brand based near Chester is seeking a Senior Garment Technologist to lead product development and ensure quality standards. You will manage the technical lifecycle from development to production, working collaboratively with internal teams and suppliers. The ideal candidate has proven experience in the fashion industry, a strong understanding of garment construction, and excellent communication skills. Join a fast-paced environment with growth opportunities and a close-knit team culture.

Benefits

50% off all products

20 days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Gifted additional holidays

Free on-site parking

Medical Cash Plan

Career progression and development plans

Fun team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Garment Technologist within fashion with multi-category experience.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fitting, and manufacturing processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead fit sessions and provide clear technical direction and approvals.
• Manage comments and technical documentation across sample rounds.
• Own the development and maintenance of quality and construction standards.

Skills

Garment construction

Pattern cutting

Fitting

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

You will be working for the high growth womenswear brand Sisters & Seekers within a creative and visionary team, all striving towards taking the brand to the next level. We are based near Chester but have a global reach with customers all over the world.

We are looking for an ambitious, driven and passionate individual who is looking to develop their career in a dynamic and expanding team at Seekers HQ. This position is a full‑time role based in the office through Monday to Friday, with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the lively Sisters & Seekers team, experience staff and community events, and if you’re camera ready, to be a part of our viral TikTok videos! Want to see more of what goes on behind the scenes?

Give this a watch: 🎬 https://www.tiktok.com/@sistersandseekers

About The Role

We’re looking for a highly skilled Senior Garment Technologist to lead the technical development of our product ranges - ensuring every item that reaches our customer meets the Sisters & Seekers standard for fit, quality, construction, and performance.

This role will be responsible for managing the full product technical lifecycle, from proto to production, working closely with Design, Buying, Merchandising, and our global suppliers.

You’ll be the subject‑matter expert in all things fit, fabric, construction, and compliance - ensuring consistency, minimising risk, and delivering product that meets our commercial goals while upholding the integrity of the brand.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Fit:

• Lead fit sessions end‑to‑end across all categories, providing clear technical direction and decisive fit approvals.
• Manage all comments, measurements, and technical documentation across sample rounds.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of sizing, grading, and construction across product ranges.
• Work closely with Design & Buying to interpret briefs, advise on technical feasibility, and achieve the desired aesthetic without compromising quality.

Quality, Construction & Standards:

• Own the development and maintenance of the Sisters & Seekers quality and construction standards.
• Identify potential fit or quality risks early and propose solutions proactively.
• Conduct detailed garment assessments, ensuring all components (stitching, trims, fabric performance, wash standards) meet required specifications.
• Approve lab dips, bulk fabrics, and trims where appropriate.
• Act as the primary technical contact for suppliers, ensuring clear communication and strong working relationships.
• Review and approve supplier workmanship, size sets, test reports, and pre‑production samples.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to critical paths and deliverables, pushing for improvements when needed.
• Support the onboarding of new suppliers by establishing technical expectations and ensuring alignment to brand standards.

Process, Compliance & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive tech packs, measurement charts, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all products meet relevant compliance standards including fabric testing, safety requirements, and performance expectations.
• Work closely with the warehouse and QC partners to address any issues on arrival and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure that the fabric library and sample management systems are followed and remain organised at all times.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with Design to bring product ideas to life with technical expertise.
• Support Buying & Merchandising by ensuring timing, technical feasibility, and product consistency across drops.
• Work with eCommerce to ensure accurate online product details (fabrication, fit notes, garment care).
• Collaborate with the QC team and warehouse returns analysis to spot trends and drive improvements.

About You

Proven experience as a Garment Technologist within fashion, ideally with multi‑category experience (jersey, woven, outerwear, knit preferred).

Strong understanding of garment construction, pattern cutting, fitting, and manufacturing processes.

Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of ownership and accountability.

Confident communicator across internal teams and external suppliers.

Highly organised, able to manage multiple products and drops with tight deadlines.

Experience in a fast‑paced, trend‑led or drops‑led environment is highly desirable.

Ability to problem solve quickly and proactively.

Strong understanding of fabric performance, testing standards, and compliance.

What Success Looks Like

Products consistently land to the Sisters & Seekers fit and quality standard.

Fewer technical issues across sampling, production, and inbound QC.

Clear documentation and communication flow across teams and suppliers.

Products fit first time or require minimal amendments.

Technical rigour supports commercial goals - enabling smoother drops, fewer delays, and a reliably high‑quality product experience for customers.

A leading womenswear fashion ecommerce company based near Chester. We began in 2017 from a back garden shed in Wrexham and have grown to be one of the most up and coming brands in this space within the UK.

Friendly and welcoming, we are a team & community of like‑minded individuals that still maintain the close‑knit feel of a smaller company.

Initial screening interview call

If shortlisted, you will be invited to an in‑person interview at our HQ

We also offer:

• 50% off all products for you & family.
• 20 days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Gifted additional holidays (your Birthday and an additional day off at Christmas).
• Free on‑site parking & EV charge points.
• Medical Cash Plan.
• Career progression, masterclasses and personal development plans.
• Fun, close‑knit and energetic team culture.
• Collaborative and creative culture where your ideas drive impact.