Product Technologist - Accessories (Fixed-Term Contract 12 Months)

About the Role

This position offers a fixed-term contract of twelve (12) months and involves collaboration with diverse teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, and compliant accessory products under Primark's rigorous quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet quality and safety standards by leveraging technical expertise aligned with Primark's guidelines.
• Lead quality assessments, including risk evaluations and approval workflows such as Black Seal and Gold Seal processes.
• Analyze returns data, customer feedback, and test results to identify risks, resolve quality challenges, and enhance product lifecycle performance.
• Work closely with suppliers, buying teams, and compliance departments to tackle quality issues and improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Stay informed on industry trends, innovations, competitor benchmarks, and regulatory changes to elevate product quality.
• Support supplier performance through inspections, reporting, and collaboration with sourcing and ethical teams.
• Effectively communicate across various stakeholders, contribute to training programs, and represent the Quality Assurance function in strategic meetings.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and develop team members by providing regular feedback, performance evaluations, and personalized growth plans.
• Promote teamwork and ensure consistent and fair decision-making across teams.
• Facilitate and support training initiatives, including Quality Academy programs and best practice training for sample approvals involving QA, buying teams, and suppliers.
• Offer continuous coaching and maintain communication to update stakeholders on quality standards, testing protocols, and process enhancements.
• Collaborate with offshore quality teams and buying departments to address CFS rejections and identify further training needs for capacity building.

Employee Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, pension plan, and eligibility for potential bonuses.
• 27 annual leave days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Additional perks include Tax Saver Tickets, access to a fitness center, and a subsidized cafeteria to support a well-rounded lifestyle.

About Primark

Primark is a global retailer with over 440 stores across 17 countries and employs more than 80,000 people. Since its founding in Dublin in 1969, the company has grown significantly, upholding values centered on care, dynamism, and teamwork.

Inclusivity and Accessibility

Primark fosters an inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every individual. If candidates require reasonable accommodations or accessibility support during recruitment, they are encouraged to contact the talent acquisition team.

Additional Information

Employment offers are contingent upon successful background verification, including right-to-work, references, educational credentials, and where applicable, criminal and financial checks.