Garment Technician (Technical Development)

About the role

Kiabi, a French off-the-peg fashion retailer founded in 1978, is hiring a Garment Technician through its Dhaka Liaison Office, the sourcing country of the group. The post manages product development sample requirements generated by orders, processes incoming technical samples and advises on construction and technical improvements, working with technicians in France and vendors.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret technical file requirements and communicate them clearly to vendors and factories
• Measure and fit all samples, recording measurements accurately and noting any deviations
• Issue technician comments on DOC4 Excel files for Counfit and collection samples within the timeline set by Merchandising, and follow the order-priority schedule
• Support pre-production control for PMA and key styles by checking fit and workmanship
• Seal collection samples, sign the final measurement chart and enter sample approval/rejection dates and comments in the IT system
• Act as the link between Kiabi, the production engineer and suppliers, and follow up the delegation program
• Work closely with the Kiabi France technical team to ensure adherence to Kiabi norms and accurate information transfer

Required profile

• Diploma in Textile / Clothing
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a buying office environment
• Strong technical knowledge of garment sewing, construction, fitting and grading
• Good command of English
• Effective communication, computer literacy, task orientation, flexibility and teamwork