Assistant Menswear Garment Technologist, MRP Private Label @MR PORTER

MR PORTER is the men’s luxury style destination. Since 2011, it has offered customers a curated assortment of fashion, fine watches, grooming and lifestyle products from the world’s most coveted designers. It delivers exceptional quality with private label, Mr P., and market-leading exclusive capsule collaborations with brand partners. MR PORTER creates unique experiences for its EIPs (Extremely Important People), with first access to products, a dedicated personal shopper and invitation-only benefits. Through content across all its platforms, it provides expert styling advice, immersive storytelling, and profiles inspiring men, places and products. Consciously Crafted, its responsible product curation, supports customers to shop with a focus on conscious consumerism. MR PORTER Health In Mind, its long-standing initiative in partnership with Movember, raises awareness of men’s mental and physical health. MR PORTER is part of LuxExperience, the leading digital, multi-brand luxury group.

MR PORTER are now seeking a talented Assistant Menswear Garment Technologist to join Mr Porters Private label Mr P. The role will support the technical team in the day-to-day activities of producing a collection from development to production. The role will work closely within a small team of Techs, Product developers, Designers and Merchandisers.

This role will be suited to a Fashion graduate or garment technologist with 1-2 years’ experience. They will need to have basic to mid-level knowledge of garment construction and fit to support a busy technical team across wovens, knit/ jersey and accessories. The role requires someone who is organised, proactive and a willing to learn. Some of the essentials for you to know are:

Location: Our Westfield office in London

Reporting into: Garment Tech Manager

Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:

• Performance bonus schemes dependent on the type of role you are in
• A pension that both you and the company contribute too
• A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets
• Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales
• Private healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible working
• A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:

• Support the technical team in collating certification in line with the YNAP Infinity Code and managing communication/data sharing with the wider team.
• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers to chase samples, track development progress, and maintain/update tech and CP trackers.
•  Prepare development samples for fit meetings (measuring, inspecting, pre-notes), attend fit sessions, take notes, and update fit trackers and tech packs post-review.
• Maintain and update specification templates following seasonal reviews.
• Support production sample approvals, liaise comments with suppliers, and provide ad hoc QC support.
• Organise shipment samples for shoots and warehouse, manage sample archiving, track movements, and coordinate parcels to suppliers.
• Monitor in-season customer returns with the wider team to identify root causes and implement improvements; support care guidance for Digital ID and manage technical supply orders (e.g., pins, tape).

The type of person we are looking for:

• A fashion graduate with an interest in garment fit and construction
• Has basic Pattern Making Skills
• Works well in a demanding and fast moving environment 
• Is a team player and is also self-motivated 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• The ability to support a constantly changing work load and be flexible 
• Computer literate with good Microsoft office skills 

From the moment you join the LuxExperience Group we are committed to making your journey with us inspirational and evolutionary. If you are passionate, committed and thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, then please apply with a CV.

LuxExperience is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that diversity brings to our workplace, our business and our customers. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of race and nationality, religion, color, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.

 

If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.

Experience Level: Entry levelWorkplace Type: Hybrid