Job Context

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and result-driven General Manager – Technical (Sample & CAD) to lead the Technical, Pattern, CAD, Sample departments of our woven garments manufacturing operation. The incumbent will be responsible for managing all technical aspects of product development, pattern engineering, CAD operations, garment fitting, and production readiness while ensuring compliance with buyer specifications, quality standards, and cost optimization.

Job Responsibilities

Technical Management

• Lead and oversee the Technical, Pattern, and CAD departments to ensure efficient workflow and timely execution.
• Review buyers' Tech Packs, construction details, measurement charts, and technical specifications.
• Ensure technical feasibility of styles before sample development and bulk production.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and recommend preventive actions.
• Lead Pre-Production (PP) meetings and provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate closely with Merchandising, Sample, Production, IE, Quality, Planning, Washing, and Compliance teams.
• Resolve technical issues related to garment construction, sewing methods, fit, and production processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement SOPs, technical standards, and best practices across departments.

Pattern Development

• Supervise pattern development for all woven garments from buyer specifications.
• Ensure accurate pattern making, grading, and marker planning.
• Verify pattern measurements, garment balance, and construction before sample approval.
• Review pattern corrections based on buyer comments and fit sessions.
• Ensure all approved patterns are production-ready and properly archived.
• Monitor pattern consumption and optimize fabric utilization.

CAD Operations

• Oversee all CAD activities including marker making, grading, pattern digitizing, and nesting.
• Ensure optimum marker efficiency and fabric consumption.
• Improve marker planning to reduce wastage and increase cost efficiency.
• Manage CAD software operations and maintain data accuracy.
• Coordinate with the Planning and Cutting departments for marker execution.

Fit & Sample Management

• Lead fit sessions and analyze fitting comments.
• Ensure timely development of Proto, Fit, Size Set, PP, TOP, and Shipment Samples.
• Approve technical corrections before buyer submission.