Knitwear Fabric Technologist
CV-LibraryLeicester, City of LeicesterpermanentPosted: 3 March 2026
Apply NowOur client, a UK retailer of fashion, furniture and homeware is looking for an experienced Knitwear Fabric Technologist to join their dynamic Menswear team. Renowned for trend and design-led quality products they continue to set the benchmark for innovation.
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of product creation, working closely with Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers and Garment Technologists to bring cutting-edge knitwear to life. From sourcing yarns and fabrics to travelling to factories and collaborating with suppliers, you’ll be instrumental in elevating quality, driving innovation, and ensuring all products meet both legal and company standards.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong technical expertise, a passion for fabrics, and a desire to make a real impact within a vast and growing product area. It will be a supportive working pattern: 5 days onsite, with flexibility once settled.
Skills and Experience sought from the Knitwear Fabric Technologist:
* Strong people skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams
* Proven experience in fabric or yarn technology within knitwear
* An exceptional eye for technical detail and product quality
* Experience working with UK suppliers or retailers
* Flatbed knitwear experience
What’s in It for You:
* Salary between £44k and £66k, plus bonus
* Pension plus generous staff discounts
* Company car, or a cash alternative
* 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays with the chance to buy more
* On-site restaurant and nursery
* Free parking, shuttle bus and digital GP service
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of product creation, working closely with Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers and Garment Technologists to bring cutting-edge knitwear to life. From sourcing yarns and fabrics to travelling to factories and collaborating with suppliers, you’ll be instrumental in elevating quality, driving innovation, and ensuring all products meet both legal and company standards.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong technical expertise, a passion for fabrics, and a desire to make a real impact within a vast and growing product area. It will be a supportive working pattern: 5 days onsite, with flexibility once settled.
Skills and Experience sought from the Knitwear Fabric Technologist:
* Strong people skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams
* Proven experience in fabric or yarn technology within knitwear
* An exceptional eye for technical detail and product quality
* Experience working with UK suppliers or retailers
* Flatbed knitwear experience
What’s in It for You:
* Salary between £44k and £66k, plus bonus
* Pension plus generous staff discounts
* Company car, or a cash alternative
* 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays with the chance to buy more
* On-site restaurant and nursery
* Free parking, shuttle bus and digital GP service