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Materials Technologist

Employer
Gymshark
Location
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Closing date
9 Aug 2022

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OFFICE OVERVIEW:


Gymshark Hong Kong (GSHK) is a place like no other. The first global office we set up outside of the UK, we use GSHK solely for the important job of sourcing. Here we have a family of 30-35 people who support us in producing the very best β€˜fits.

GSHK is made up of a few major teams: Merchandising, Material, Technology, QA/QC, People & I.T. These teams handle production, product development, quality assurance, material & colour testing and garment fitting.

Even more important than the office space is the culture within, which is one of family, care, support and, of course conditioning. If GSHK sounds like the place for you, you know what to do. Go ahead and hit that apply button now!

THE ROLE:

Are you our next Materials Technologist? We're looking for someone to join our Materials team, to help drive forward bulk production (plus seasonal fabric bulk production), quality and sustainability.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Management and Support:

  • Be responsible for the whole collection fabric production, sampling and production process and on time delivery
  • Work independently to advise materials team with identifying new commercial opportunities and fabric suppliers
  • Support RO material team on monitoring assigned mill's production, their on-time performance without any quality issues
  • Own and manage assigned fabric sourcing/production for the assigned product category
  • Facilitate and support the lab dye approval process/communication to ensure all fabric materials with assigned mills are fit for purpose and commercialised
  • Develop / improve and communicate SOP's to supply chain partners continuously
  • Take lead on finalize materials details, prices, surcharges, lead times and order/colour minimum to meet calendar deadlines
  • Monitor and track re-development, sampling and production process and on time delivery
  • Help and maintain seasonal fabric T&A planning with cross-functional teams, call out any potential issues

Strategy:

  • Take a lead on cost reduction opportunities during development process

Collaboration:

  • Develop and maintain a good relationship with Materials team and related parties as well as with supply chain partners

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Essential Qualities:

  • Higher diploma or above in Textile & Clothing or related disciplines
  • At least 2 years solid experience in fabric related experience
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Proactive, organized and details-minded
  • Fluent in written & spoken English and Mandarin
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite
  • Stable working records are preferred

BELONGING AT GYMSHARK.

Our mission is to be a place where everyone belongs. We're an equal opportunities employer, and for us that means we always strive to be as inclusive as possible in all aspects of employment, right from your application. We're committed to finding reasonable adjustments* for candidates with specific needs or have a disability during our recruitment process, and all applicants will be considered fairly and equally. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. *If you'd like to request a reasonable adjustment please email talent@gymshark.com .

ABOUT US.

We're here to unite the conditioning community. We believe that putting the sweat in today, prepares us for tomorrow. So, we give people the tools they need to reach further, go faster, be stronger. We celebrate those who show up - for themselves - to be their physical or mental best, whatever that means for them. It's what we want for our community, and our team. A team that's growing rapidly around the world. A collective of talented individuals working together to invent Gymshark's future. Our plans are ambitious, and we're looking for people who want to join us for the ride - our growth will be your growth.

THE PERKS.

πŸ™Œ Competitive β€˜Win Together, Lose Together' Bonus
πŸ’°13th month salary
🩺 Group medical insurance
πŸ– 16 Days + Birthday Off
πŸ’» A truly Flexible Working Culture
🏑 Work from home allowance
🌎 1 Service Day
πŸ‘₯ A collaborative, creative and inspiring working environment
πŸ’° Employer pension contributions up to 7%
🀩 Life Assurance at 36 times your basic monthly salary
🦈 50% Gymshark Discount
🎁 Service award for each year of service
πŸ₯‡ Wellbeing Support
πŸ“š Great Training and Learning Resources
πŸ–₯ Choice of hardware and access to the best software
πŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Gym Membership

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