Garment Technologist (Northern Suburbs (Cape)) at PEP

Description


Are you passionate about product quality, garment fit, and delivering value to customers?
PEP is looking for an experienced Garment Technologist to join our Quality Assurance Department.


PURPOSE OF THE POSITION


To provide a quality assurance service to Pep Merchandise department, Supply Chain and Suppliers.


Requirements
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


Assessment and feedback of fit, pre-production and production samples from suppliers
Work as part of the Product Development team to create new silhouettes and shapes
Compile and create technical briefs and size specifications
Approval/rejection of fabric testing reports
Communicate changes to suppliers by providing technical feedback and diagrams
Assist with the creation of technical manuals in accordance with Pep's processes and standards
Bulk audit assessments
Store visits to assess quality of products delivered
Ad hoc duties (as contracted per project)


JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS


Related Tertiary qualification
A minimum of 5-10 years experience as a Technologist in Menswear in a retail environment is required
Experience in grading and garment fit and measuring is required
Boyswear, baby basics and accessories experience will be an advantage
Knowledge of pattern making will be an advantage
Strong commercial eye to identify fit for purpose
Exposure to in-house systems (e.g. Product Life Cycle Management (PLM), Centric, or internet based systems
PC Literate: Google Suite will be an advantage
Corel Draw / Illustrator would be an advantage
Competencies: Devotion to Quality; Decisiveness; Results Oriented; Structuring; Adaptability; Assertiveness; Drive; Initiative


CLOSING DATE: 19 June 2026