Garment Technician

**The future looks like you**

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 27,000 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 high-quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for all. We are building on 184 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 **Garment Technician in our Vilvoorde office**

**Your responsibilities**
- Oversee the entire technical sampling process from concept to final approval for specific product categories.
- Manage fit sessions, ensure timely communication with suppliers, and meet critical deadlines for technical fit and sampling.
- Collaborate closely with designers, developers, and suppliers to create accurate product specs, graded measurements, and fit charts from initial sample to production.
- Ensure product quality and fit consistency through store visits, supplier coaching, and addressing issues proactively.
- Lead product risk assessments, raising concerns with the Technical Manager, and take responsibility for project work based on company needs.

**What you bring**
- Professional qualifications in Design, Industrial Engineering, or related fields with at least 7 years of experience.
- Strong expertise in design, product development, manufacturing processes, pattern making, grading, and Lean Manufacturing practices.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, PDM/PLM systems, and fluent in English, especially in manufacturing and engineering contexts.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, combined with good organizational skills and time management abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of têxtiles, finishing techniques, manufacturing processes, and 3D development systems.

**What we offer**
- Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
- Access to Partner Discount Scheme
- An employee discount of 20% 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