PRODUCT DEVELOPER CUM DESIGN MANAGER for a luxury Brand at Gurugram

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Development

• Collaborate closely with designers to convert design concepts into production-ready prototypes.
• Source appropriate fabrics, trims, and accessories as per the seasonal design brief and budget.
• Ensure adherence to brand aesthetics while maintaining feasibility for production and costing.
• Develop and refine new techniques (embroidery, surface ornamentation, finishes) in coordination with design R&D.

2. Sampling & Prototyping

• Coordinate with internal sampling teams and vendors to execute prototypes
• Maintain sampling T&A calendars, ensuring timely deliveries for seasonal launches or trunk shows.
• Review fit samples and ensure timely corrections and approvals from the design team.

3. Vendor & Artisan Coordination

• Liaise with artisans, karigars, and external vendors for sourcing, sampling, and production.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and ensure clarity in technical specifications and quality expectations.
• Travel to vendors’ locations when required for development follow-ups.

4. Quality & Specification Control

• Prepare and manage detailed tech packs, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and specification sheets.
• Ensure all developments meet the required quality standards before they move into bulk production.
• Identify and resolve potential production challenges early in the development phase.

5. Inventory & Material Management

• Work with the inventory team to monitor fabric stock, trims, and development resources.
• Avoid overproduction or wastage by planning efficient material consumption patterns.

6. Retail Readiness & Visual Uniformity

• Ensure each product’s swatch, size set, tags, and accessories are standardized for multi-store rollouts.
• Align on the final product presentation in stores as per the brand visual codes.

7. Time & Action Calendar Management

• Create, maintain, and enforce the Time & Action calendar for all designers.
• Ensure adherence to key milestones including sketch submissions, sampling deadlines, fittings, and final approvals.
• Flag delays and bottlenecks in design execution and escalate when required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma in Fashion Design or Textile Technology.
• 5+ years of experience in product development within a fashion/luxury brand.
• Knowledge of garment construction, costing, fabric behaviour, and embroideries
• Strong communication, time management, and multitasking ability.