Experience
- At least 15 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments
Education
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textile Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Industrial & Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
Requirements
- At least 15 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Garments
Skills Required
Additional Requirements
- Age At least 35 years
Minimum 8 years of experience in senior technical leadership roles.
Experience in leading large-scale sample development and technical operations within an export-oriented apparel manufacturing organization.
Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, grading, fitting, CAD operations, and apparel product development.
Strong expertise in sample room management, capacity planning, productivity improvement, and sample approval processes.
Sound understanding of garment costing, fabric consumption, marker efficiency, and value engineering.
Strong knowledge of buyer technical requirements, product commercialization, and bulk production readiness.Familiarity with digital product development, 3D sampling technologies, and technical automation.
Professional certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Industrial Engineering, Pattern Engineering, Apparel Product Development.
Responsibilities & Context
Lead and manage the overall Sample and Technical functions, including Sample Development, Pattern Engineering, CAD, Fit & Measurement, Product Development, and Technical Operations.
Develop and implement strategic plans for sampling and technical operations aligned with organizational objectives, customer requirements, and business growth.
Oversee end-to-end sample development, technical package review, pattern development, grading, fit approval, and commercialization activities.
Ensure timely development, approval, and submission of all sample categories in accordance with buyer specifications and merchandising timelines.
Drive improvement in first-pass sample and fit approval rates, sample development lead times, and overall technical accuracy.
Ensure accurate garment construction, pattern engineering, fabric consumption, marker efficiency, and value engineering to optimize product costs.
Lead sample room operations, capacity planning, manpower allocation, resource utilization, and productivity improvement initiatives.
Provide technical guidance and solutions for complex garment construction, fitting, engineering, and production-related challenges.
Ensure technical readiness before bulk production through effective risk assessment, technical validation, and pre-production coordination.
Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Production, Quality, Industrial Engineering, Planning, Sourcing, and other relevant departments to ensure smooth product commercialization.
Establish and implement standardized technical procedures, sampling processes, SOPs, quality standards, and best practices.
Drive innovation, automation, digital pattern development, 3D sampling technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain strong communication with customers and buyers regarding sample approvals, technical specifications, fitting requirements, and product development challenges.
Monitor departmental performance, sample development efficiency, technical accuracy, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction.
Develop high-performing sampling and technical teams through coaching, training, performance management, and succession planning.
Ensure compliance with customer technical requirements, company policies, sustainability standards, and applicable manufacturing regulations.