Garment Technical Manager

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe's leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as a Garment Technicial Manager (m/f/d) in our Vilvoorde office

As a Garment Technicial Manager for the Kids Category, you will be responsible for all fit-related issues, including fit on dummy, live model, and 3D, as well as measurements and workmanship during the development of all products manufactured within the assigned regions to ensure product excellence. You will manage suppliers to ensure products are developed correctly the first time, with the right technical design, fit, and production outcome to inspire our customers.

• Manage sample approvals for technical compliance with the C&A Supplier Quality Manual guidelines and ensure product speciality
• Ensure that global quality standards meet customer expectations for fashion, fit, quality, and safety and are adhered to by local suppliers
• Oversee supplier product development processes, supporting "right first time" sample creation and maintaining fit continuity through an understanding of tech packs, patterns, and grading
• Support the development of supplier technical capabilities to meet customer requirements and solve fit issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Engineer products to improve supplier efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain quality standards
• Provide support to EU Product Development teams on tech pack creation, risk assessment, safety, and alignment with design expectation

• Professional qualifications in Design, Industrial Engineering, or another related subject
• Good experience and knowledge in design, product development, and manufacturing processes
• At least three years of working experience in a related field
• Technical knowledge of pattern making, grading, and workmanship, along with a sound understanding of Industrial Engineering and Lean Manufacturing practices
• Strong knowledge of textiles, current finishing methods, and engineering techniques
• Good commercial awareness of industry-standard quality levels and customer expectations
• Knowledge of 3D development systems
• Good command of English, particularly in manufacturing and engineering terminology
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe Illustrator
• Knowledge of PDM/PLM (Product Data Management/Product Lifecycle Management) is desirable

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you'll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe's most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

• Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
• Hybrid working model with 2 days a week working from home
• Access to a Partner Discount Scheme
• An employee discount of 25% in C&A stores
• Corporate pension scheme
• Mental health and wellness program
• An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
• A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture

C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can become their best self.
We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply and help us build an inclusive community.