Manager/Senior Manager - Product Development - Womenswear

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Product Development Manager/Senior Manager for Womenswear who brings deep expertise in casual apparel. This role requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving ability, and hands-on experience in developing high-quality, commercially viable products. The candidate will play a key role in driving product excellence while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end product development for womenswear categories, from concept to final production

- Manage and mentor a team of 6-7 members, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timelines

- Collaborate closely with Design, Sourcing, Merchandising, and Production teams for seamless execution

- Translate design concepts into technically feasible and production-ready garments

- Ensure correct fit, grading, construction, and finishing standards across all products

- Drive sampling timelines, approvals, and iterations with a solution-oriented approach

- Identify and resolve technical and production challenges proactively

- Work closely with vendors to ensure product quality, cost efficiency, and timely deliveries

- Maintain and improve product development processes and SOPs

- Ensure alignment with brand quality standards and aesthetic

Key Requirements & Skills:

- 7-14 years of experience in womenswear product development (casualwear experience is a must).

- Strong technical expertise in garment construction, pattern making, grading, and fits

- Deep understanding of fabrics, trims, washes, and manufacturing processes

- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Proven ability to manage teams and drive performance

- Strong vendor management and negotiation skills

- Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities

- High attention to detail with a strong quality mindset

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

- Strong planning, time management, and organizational skills

- Commercial understanding of product costing and margin optimization

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience working with D2C or fast-fashion brands

- Exposure to scale and high-volume production environments

- Familiarity with product lifecycle management tools