Technical Manager

Technical Manager | Fashion Brand | Greater Manchester | £50,000 - £60,000 | Hybrid

About You:

• Currently operating at Senior Garment Technologist or Technical Manager level
• Strong experience across multi-product fashion
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a technical team
• Deep understanding of fit, grading, garment construction, and production processes
• Confident working with global suppliers and managing factory relationships
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to balance quality and cost
• Detail-oriented, highly organised, and process-driven
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset

If you're passionate about product quality, team leadership, and driving technical excellence within a fast-paced brand environment, this is a great opportunity to step into a highly influential role.

We're working with a fast-growing, multi-product fashion brand to appoint a Technical Manager to lead a key category and oversee the wider garment technology function.

This is a pivotal role within the product development team, combining hands-on technical expertise with team leadership. You'll play a critical role in elevating product quality, refining processes, and supporting the brand's continued growth and reputation in the market.

You will already be operating at Senior Garment Technologist or Manager level already with experience leading or mentoring a team.

The Role:

As Technical Manager, you will take ownership of fit, quality, and technical standards across your category, while setting the direction for best practice across the wider team.

Working closely with Buying and Design, you'll ensure product is developed efficiently, fits consistently, and meets the brand's quality expectations. You will also play a key role in supplier management, compliance, and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the garment technology team, driving performance, development, and consistency
• Partner closely with Buying and Design to ensure smooth progression through the fit process
• Oversee all fit sessions, grading, and technical approvals to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Set and maintain high standards across product quality, fit, and construction
• Act as a brand guardian, protecting and enhancing product integrity and customer perception
• Identify and escalate any compliance, legal, or ethical concerns relating to fabrics, trims, or production
• Review and improve technical processes, including workbooks, critical paths, and supplier communication
• Develop and implement standardised blocks and specifications
• Create and approve technical packs and initial sample specifications
• Work with suppliers to manage costings, ensuring commercial targets are met without compromising quality
• Evaluate and develop the supply base, including onboarding new suppliers where appropriate
• Oversee production sealing, AQL standards, and quality control processes
• Lead post-mortems, return rate analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support product development through fabric and trim sourcing, including supplier reviews and visits

Why Join:

• Be part of a high-growth fashion brand with strong market momentum
• Play a key role in shaping product quality and technical direction
• Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with a strong team culture
• Gain exposure across the full product lifecycle and international supply base
• Hybrid and flexible working model

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Reduced Hours
• Hybrid working
• Collaborative, team-focused culture
• Excellent office location with parking
• Strong growth and progression opportunities

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