Technologist

This is an expression of interest for future opportunities, not an immediate hiring vacancy. By applying, you are joining our candidate pool and not applying for a live vacancy.

We are continually seeking talented technical professionals across all levels to join our talent pool for future opportunities across multiple product divisions within our fashion and home departments. We welcome candidates ranging from ambitious Trainee Technologists to driven Assistant Technologists and experienced Technologists.

The Technology team at NEXT brings a wealth of knowledge and experience across categories and territories. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your technical expertise, learn from industry experts, and help shape the future of product quality.

Playing a pivotal role across the entire critical path, you will work closely with Design, Buying, Merchandising, and global suppliers to ensure product development meets our strict standards for quality, value, performance, and sustainability.

Whether you are starting your career by learning the fundamentals of garment or product construction and fabric or material testing, or overseeing compliance, innovation, and global supply chains, NEXT provides a collaborative environment designed to support your expertise and career progression.

What You’ll Take On
Depending on your level and specialist discipline (eg: Product, Garment, Fabric, or Home), your day-to-day will involve a combination of:

• End-to-End Technical Development: Planning and managing product development from early design concepts, fabric sourcing, and fit/construction sessions through to final approval and production launch.
• Quality & Performance Standards: Risk-assessing ranges, conducting fit/durability evaluations, and requesting and analysing test data to ensure full compliance with safety, performance, and legal regulations.
• Driving Technical Innovation: Harnessing new technologies, procedures, and systems (such as 3D digital fitting, Digi Eye, and advanced testing) to drive product elevation and operational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering seamlessly across Buying, Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, Distribution Centres, Stores, and Customer Services to resolve stock, fitting, quality and production escalations.
• Supply Base & Factory Management: Building robust supplier relationships, auditing manufacturing facilities, and working directly with overseas partners to ensure quality compliance and delivery timings are met.
• Sustainability & Policy: Implementing NEXT corporate strategies, supporting environmental goals, and ensuring compliance with ethics, health and safety, and trade standards.