The Retail Appointment
Accessories Technologist
Accessories Technologist at The Retail Appointment, based in West Yorkshire, paying £32,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £32,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- West Yorkshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Research Scientist
32% below the typical rate for research scientist
Reference job/accessories-technologist-166849
About the role
An established fashion and lifestyle retailer is looking for an experienced Accessories Product Technologist to join its growing technical team.
This permanent role will focus primarily on accessories, including bags, small leather goods and soft accessories, alongside a wider homeware range.
Previous accessories product technology experience is essential, while experience with homeware would be an advantage.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage technical development, product specifications and quality standards across accessories and homeware.
- Work closely with suppliers to ensure products meet quality requirements and critical path deadlines.
- Review product testing, safety standards and compliance documentation.
- Oversee quality checks across both developed and bought-in products.
- Identify and resolve technical issues to ensure products are ready for sale.
- Work independently while collaborating with wider buying and technical teams.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in an accessories product technology role, ideally covering bags, small leather goods or soft accessories.
- Strong understanding of critical path management and product development timelines.
- Experience working with suppliers and managing product approvals.
- Excellent organisational skills and the confidence to work autonomously.
- Knowledge of product compliance and testing would be advantageous.
Benefits include:
- Salary up to £32,000
- Hybrid working, with two days from home per week
- Flexible working hours
- Early Friday finish opportunities
- On-site parking
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accessories Technologist looking to take ownership of a varied product range within an established retail business.
ML - 16538
Apply now with your CV to find out more.
Salary range
- £32,000 per year
Reference: job/accessories-technologist-166849 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via The Retail Appointment
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