Company Description

Pepkor Speciality: the revival of the specialist in South Africa. Speciality brings together the speciality brands of Dunns, Shoe City, Refinery and Tekkie Town, SPCC and CODE. Each brand has a rich and distinctive history and a thorough understanding of their products, fabrics, designs and the needs of their customers. With over 900 stores across South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, and Swaziland, we are dedicated to providing inclusivity to both our staff and the people we serve.

Our culture defines how we behave. It is our shared beliefs and values that is part of who we are and has developed over many years. It ultimately shapes our perceptions, behaviors and understanding, of who we are and what we stand for as a business. Our culture sets the context for who are (our values) and how we do things (our beliefs).

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Cape Town for a Product Technologist in the clothing brand. The Product Technologist will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of product development, ensuring quality and compliance, conducting product testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring new products to market.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of garment construction, textiles, and quality standards
• Experience in product testing, quality control, and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• B-Tech/Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Clothing & Textile, or relevant field