About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Liverpool FC team as a Garment Technologist on 15-month fixed term contract.
You will be responsible for the fit and quality of manufacture of seasonal ranges of clothing and apparel ranges, in line with critical path deadlines.
What will you be doing?
- Create and maintain garment size specifications and grading within PLM.
- Fit and evaluate prototype and pre-production samples, recommending improvements to suppliers.
- Manage fit model appointments and invoices.
- Assess garment quality, construction, and supplier compliance.
- Oversee products through the full lifecycle, identifying risks and maintaining accurate records.
- Manage product approvals through to gold seal and shipment.
- Analyse customer returns and implement corrective actions to improve fit and quality.
- Review and approve supplier submissions, including care labels, barcodes, and test reports.
- Conduct wearer trials and use feedback to enhance product performance.
- Review third-party brand samples and develop new fits where required.
- Coordinate quality-related reprocessing activities with third-party suppliers.
Who are we looking for?
Essential Knowledge
- Experience of working with men’s, women’s, children’s and baby clothing within a global sports or lifestyle brand
- Experience of pattern cutting, grading and the creation of technical specifications
- Experience of working with clothing manufacturers based across Asia and Europe
- Knowledge of a diverse range of clothing products
- Knowledge of PLM or SharePoint based systems
Essential Functional / Technical Skills
- Strong organisational skills and excellent time management
- Ability to present accurate information in a clear manner
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work on multiple priorities
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office packages
Why should you apply?
This is a Fixed-Term Contract opportunity for a period of 15 months.
Your main base will be the distribution Centre in Whiston.
Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To reward your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days) and access to our benefits kit bag which includes but not limited to:
- Contributory pension scheme matching up to 5.5%
- Life Assurance Cover
- Free financial guidance and mortgage advice
- Car salary sacrifice scheme for affordable driving
- Cycle to Work scheme to keep you active
- Purchase season ticket loans for easier commuting
- Exclusive shopping discounts & cashback with top retailers
- Will Writing Service for future planning
- Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
- Medicash Health Cash Plan for everyday healthcare needs
- Volunteering opportunities to give back to the community
- Special LFC perks – retail discounts, partner offers, free LFCTV GO access, and priority tickets for matches, events & concerts
…and much more! LFC Benefits.pdf
At Liverpool Football Club, we have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are always looking to making a positive difference in the communities that we operate within. We are proud of our achievements in this area; maintaining the Premier League Equality Standard Advanced Level, becoming a founding signatory of the Football Association’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and being recognised as a leader in this important area on and off the pitch. We take our responsibilities in this area seriously and through the work being done across the club, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our people and becoming an increasingly inclusive workplace for all. We are committed to hiring great people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills across our entire business. If you share our enthusiasm and passion for inclusivity, then we want to hear from you.
Liverpool FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all Colleagues and Volunteers to share this commitment.
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