Raw Materials Assistant Technologist

Raw Materials Assistant Technologist

Department: SC CENTRAL OPERATIONS

City: Florence

Location: IT

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Within the Raw Materials Management team, the role will ensure the quality, performance and sustainability of the RTW Raw Materials, in order for the final product to meet the customer needs and the industry standards. The role requires frequent trips to Prato area (Tuscany).

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Keep contact with testing laboratories (tissue analysis laboratory) and conduct analysis of the results.
2. Contact and actions for individual fabric items in order to achieve company standards.
3. Data analysis and reporting in company trackers.
4. Verification of matched patterns and related realization risks from the raw materials perspective.
5. Fabric quality control.
6. Finishing cycle definition based on fabric application.
7. Analysis of dyeing and finishing cycles and dyes.

PERSONAL PROFILE

1. BSc/MSc in Materials/Textiles.
2. Knowledge of textile fibers, textile chemistry and spinning methods.
3. Knowledge of fabric structure.
4. Experience with textile dyeing and finishing.
5. Pattern-making and garment construction knowledge.
6. Knowledge of English language.
7. Availability to travel.

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.