Job Description

Shima Programmer \xe2\x80\x93 HawickCompetitive Salary + Career Progression + Flexible working + Company Pension + Cycle Scheme + Health/Wellness BenefitsWho are we looking for?We have a brilliant opportunity for an experienced programmer to become an integral part of our world class development department at Barrie Knitwear. Reporting to our development manager you will become a key member of a market leading manufacturer of premium cashmere knitwear. We are looking for individuals with relevant expertise with the ability to use the Shima Seiki Apex system to develop and grade new styles with a high degree of accuracy and measurement.If you also have line writing experience this would be beneficial, however not essential, as we have specialist line writers in our wider team. You will have a great eye for detail, and you will enjoy taking responsibility for making sure that all the knitting specifications that we produce gives the highest quality standards in line with our customers\xe2\x80\x99 expectations.Who is Barrie Knitwear?We are a Fashion business that is renowned worldwide for our outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise to create complex couture cashmere garments. We supply to multiple luxury brands including our key partner and owner since 2012, Chanel. This is an exciting time for us as we continue to expand and transform. The market and landscape are fast-moving and growing which is creating new opportunities.What will you be doing?

• Working in either our Development or Industrialisation Programming team, you will bring a creativity and flair in your approach to programming
• The ability to interpret ideas and designs and translate these into practical programmes, working alongside our Design & Product Managers
• Skilled at preparing the most effective programme to meet the customers\xe2\x80\x99 product requirements, including liaison with the appropriate internal stakeholders
• Commitment to achieving tight deadlines to make sure that submissions and production targets are met
• Making sure that quality standards are achieved throughout the development and industrialisation processes, whilst being as efficient and productive as possible
• Liaising with the Shima Knitting Operators to ensure that the products are knitted accurately and meet our very high-quality expectations
• Alongside the Shima mechanic support team, provide trouble shooting expertise and resolution to any potential operational challenges that the operators cannot resolve on their own

What will you bring to the role?

• You will have previous experience in Shima Programming using your creativity and flair to deliver high quality programming solutions
• Excellent organisation and planning skills
• Ability to work on your own initiative as well as enjoying being part of a programming team
• Ability to communicate and build relationships with other teams across the business
• You are passionate about embracing new technology and developments
• Natural inclination to maximise and explore the opportunities that technology provides
• Articulate communicator who is capable of adapting your style to influence and engage at all organisational levels
• You have a proactive attitude to technical problem solving

What\xe2\x80\x99s on offer for the right person?

• Flexible working \xe2\x80\x93 where appropriate to business needs
• 33 days flexible annual leave including Public Holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme \xe2\x80\x93 including cycle to work and reduced gym membership
• Early finish on Fridays
• Employer pension contribution
• Life insurance, Health/Wellness programme- Health cash plan
• The opportunity to work for one of Scotland\xe2\x80\x99s leading premium cashmere manufacturers supplying couture cashmere garments to prestigious fashion houses such as Chanel and Hermes.
• The chance to live and work in the beautiful Scottish Borders offering a great work/life balance and high quality of life

If you are interested in this opportunity, then please apply via our Teamtailor platform and someone will be in touch to keep you updated on your progress.We are a Fashion manufacturer that is renowned worldwide for our outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise to create complex couture cashmere garments. We supply to multiple luxury brands including our key partner and owner since 2012, Chanel. This is an exciting time for us as we continue to expand and transform. The market and landscape are fast-moving and growing which is creating new opportunities.

Barrie Knitwear