Trainee Product Technologist

Ackermans is recruiting for a Trainee Product Technologist to join their Merchandise team, focusing on Sleepwear & Underwear. This immersive full-time trainee program, starting February 2026, is designed for ambitious individuals passionate about garment construction and quality. The role involves developing new quality standards, assessing implementation, working with Buyers, and gaining exposure to manufacturing and product development, ensuring products meet high standards and customer satisfaction.

Must Have

• Relevant qualification in Clothing Management or Fashion Design
• 2 years experience in fashion manufacturing sample room or pattern making
• Passion for garment construction and product quality
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Fantastic planning and organising abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Resilience and ability to thrive under pressure
• Openness to continuous learning

We are now recruiting for our Trainee Merchant Programme 2026 intake! Could you be a future Ackermans Product Technologist?

Apply Now!

We’re searching for a passionate Trainee Product Technologist to join our dynamic Merchandise team. This is your chance to dive into the world of Value Retail, with a specific focus on Sleepwear & Underwear - where comfort meets creativity.

Our immersive trainee programme is crafted for ambitious individuals ready to build a future in product technology. You’ll develop in-demand skills and play a key role in making sure every product meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

If you’re eager to shape products that customers truly love — and ensure they get the exceptional quality they deserve — this is the perfect place to begin your journey!

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Working in a team you will gain exposure to every aspect of value retail - from Buying, Planning and Marketing to Supply Chain and Store Operations to name but a few.
• A learning journey which incorporates on-the-job training, classroom sessions and assessments to monitor and develop your progress.
• Learn to develop new and review existing quality standards and specifications for Sleepwear, Underwear, Lingerie and Swimwear products.
• Assess the implementation of standards and specifications to ensure consistent compliance.
• Work closely with the team of Buyers to deliver unequalled value in all of our intimate products.
• Exposure to manufacturing and product development in specialized areas
• Gain working knowledge of quality and product assessment principles & practices
• Learn how to compile technical briefs
• Develop and master your pattern making and grading skills
• Expect to be coached by the industry’s most successful professionals, who will help you acquire the business skills you need to build a successful career in Product Technology.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE DO I NEED?

• Relevant qualification in Clothing Management or Fashion Design
• 2 years experience within a fashion manufacturing sample room environment Or at least 2 years experience of pattern making
• A passion for garment construction and quality of products
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Fantastic planning and organising abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication
• The ability to adapt in a fast paced environment
• Resilience and the ability to thrive under pressure
• Be open to continuous learning

WHEN DO I START?

• February 2026

Department

Buying

Employment type

Full-time