Assistant Garment Technologist 12 month fixed term contract

Internal use only Grade H

Werethe team behind digital retailerVery.

Our purpose helping families get more out of life powers everything we do.

And we want our people to get more out of life too! Ifyourehigh-performing ambitious and make the most of every opportunity we want to hear from returnyoullenjoy heaps of flexibility greatperksand benefits and the freedom to be yourself keep learning and take your career wherever you want it to go.

If you love making a differenceyoulllove making it sparkle for millions of Very customers.

Our own brand technologist teamwork in a fast-paced environment and with suppliers acrossthe Far EastEuropeand the UK to source and developgreat valuetrend led products for our intotheTechnical Manageryou will worktoensurethat our products aregood quality fit for purpose andsafe to sell; whilst also maximizing speed to market sales and profit and minimizing markdown through low returns.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Technologist to join us.

The roleis responsible forproduct developmentfrom first fit to productionlooking aftermultiproduct categories. You will work closely with an internal design teambuyingmerchandisingand your supply base to developproducts.

• Buildingstrongrelationshipswithyourtrading teams sourcing hubcolleaguesandsupplierstodevelop strategies forareas ofimprovement andtomaximize success.

• Havinga clear understanding of department critical path supplybaseand trading calendar.

• Developingknowledge of allUK/EU legislation to ensure all new products comply.

• Develop knowledge and support asneededthe team oftechnologistsand the global product compliance teamin the management ofsupplierquality failures.

Werelooking for a candidatewho already hasproduct developmentexperience fromfirst fit through to productionwithin fashionandisable todemonstratean understandingofhow todevelop a product range with a consistent fit and qualitywhilstworkingclosely with designers and suppliers.

• An understanding of grading and sizing regulations.

• Numerical and analytical skillstoreview returns data.

• An understanding of manufacturing faults and how to preventthesegoing forward.

• An understanding of supply chain issues for example: lead times/ flexibility/ supplier capability.

• Able to work on your own initiative to complete tasks within a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of office 365.

• You will be highly organised withgreat communicationskills.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model

• Inclusive culture and environment check outour Glassdoor reviews

• 250flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs

• 27days holiday bank holidays

• LinkedInlearning access

• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)

• Up to 25% discount on

• Matched pension up to 6%

• More benefits can be foundon our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly and if successful in securing this role you will be required to undertake a credit CIFAS Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need todisclosein relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch ifyouresuccessful so keep an eye on your emails!Wellarrange a short call to learn more about you as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels likewerea good matchwellshare your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

1st stage - A 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This isa great opportunityto find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

2nd Stage A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions where you will have the opportunity toshowcaseanalytical and commercial skills relevant to the role. This can be held either in-person or remotely.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if yourequireany reasonable adjustments.

Ifyoudlike to know more about our interviews you can find outhere.

Diversityinclusionand equal opportunities

Werebuilding a culture of everyday inclusion and welcome applications from anyone who believes they can do the job. Wedontdiscriminate based on age disability gender reassignment marriage or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity race religion or belief sex or sexual orientation.

We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply interview or perform a role let us know via happy to support you.

Wereproud to be aDisability Confident Committed Employerand have nine brilliant colleague networks - including DAWN (Disability Awareness at Very) and Think (Neurodiversity at Very) - that are helping us make Very an even more inclusive place to work.

Required Experience:

Junior IC