We Don't Just Recruit for Textiles. We Live the Industry.

You shouldn't have to explain your factory floor to your recruitment partner. We combine a 25-year network with a deep, technical understanding of the entire manufacturing process—from the mechanics of the machinery to the strategic impact on your bottom line.
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Industries We Serve

We work with technical textile manufacturers, textile manufacturers, importers and contract textiles that supply many markets including:
Automotive
Workwear
Apparel
Belting
Homewares
Flooring
Insulation
Medical
Military

Roles We Place

These are examples—it isn't an exhaustive list. If you don't see what you need, give us a shout.

Senior

Management up to and including board level hires. Production Managers, General Managers, Operations Directors, MDs, Chief Operating Officers

Professional

Mid to senior level roles. Buyers, Merchandisers, Supply Chain, Planners, Specification Managers, BDM, Account Managers, Commercial Manager

Technical

From mid to senior level roles. Quality, Sustainability, Technical, Dyehouse, R&D, Health & Safety, Product Development, Laboratory

The Bowmay Expertise: A 360° Perspective

Machinery & Mechanics

We've spent our entire careers on manufacturing sites. We understand how the machinery works, the technical skills required to maintain it, and the specific pressures of a high-output production environment.

Process Mastery

We get the whole process. Whether it's raw material sourcing, weaving, dyeing, or finishing, we understand how one skill set influences another and where the critical bottlenecks in your production line live.

The 25-Year Insider Network

Our reputation is built on a quarter-century of being "the name" for UK textile recruitment. We don't just have a database; we have a private network of specialists who only move for a partner they trust.

The Bottom-Line Impact

We understand that a single hire isn't just a "fill"—it's a gear in your business. We identify talent that improves efficiency, reduces waste, and drives the wider strategic growth of your entire organization.

Our Crusade

Arming UK Textiles Against the Skills Crisis.
The UK textile industry is facing its biggest talent challenge in decades. We're not going to sit back and watch it struggle. Every placement we make strengthens this proud industry—and that matters to us.

Ready to Work with a True Textile Partner?

Let's find the right textile professionals for your team.