DescriptionPURPOSE OF THE POSITIONTo provide a quality assurance service to Pep Merchandise department, Supply Chain and Suppliers.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESAssessment and feedback of fit, pre-production and production samples from suppliersWork as part of the Product Development team to create new silhouettes and shapesCompile and create technical briefs and size specificationsApproval/rejection of fabric testing reportsCommunicate changes to suppliers by providing technical feedback and diagramsAssist with the creation of technical manuals in accordance with Pep’s processes and standardsBulk audit assessmentsStore visits to assess quality of products deliveredAd hoc duties (as contracted per project)RequirementsJOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTSRelated Tertiary qualification plus a minimum of 5-10 years related industry/retail work experienceIndustry experience (e.g. work experience in a knitwear and hosiery factory) will be an advantageKnowledge of pattern making will be an advantageExperience in grading and garment fit and measuring.Thorough knowledge and understanding of underwear constructionIn-depth experience in Soft Accessories (Hosiery/Headgear) & KnitwearTechnologist will be an advantageStrong commercial eye to identify fit for purposeExposure to in-house systems (e.g. Product Life Cycle Management (PLM)) or internet based systemsPC Literate: Google Suite will be an advantageCorel Draw / Illustrator would be an advantageCompetencies: Confidence and decisiveness; Resourcefulness; Courage; Detail Orientation; Service Orientation; Problem Assessment Building and maintaining relationships; Communication, Negotiation and Influencing, Planning and organizing as well as Stress ToleranceWork LevelMid-LevelTypePermanentSalaryMarket RelatedEE PositionNoLocationWestern Cape
