Technical - Design Manager

Fynd is a frontier technology company. We started at the intersection of technology and retail because that is where technology was the least available. Over the years, we became one of India’s largest retail technology platforms. But retail was the entry point, not the boundary.

Today, Fynd builds intelligent software that runs business operations. Not tools that help people work faster, but systems that absorb entire functions: manufacturing, marketing, logistics, commerce, quality control. We sit inside our customers’ businesses, harvest deep domain context, and build AI systems that operate autonomously. We are expanding from retail into manufacturing, generative media, physical AI, and healthcare

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Technical Design Manager – Fit & Pattern Development to lead garment fit, pattern engineering, grading, and technical product development across multiple apparel categories. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in translating design concepts into commercially viable, production-ready garments while ensuring superior fit, construction quality, and manufacturing efficiency.

The role requires close collaboration with Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Sourcing, QA, and factory technical teams to drive first-time-right development, reduce sampling iterations, and improve speed to market.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Product Development

Develop and approve garment specifications from design sketches and tech packs.

Create, review, and validate production-ready patterns for multiple apparel categories.

Lead fit development from proto through PP samples.

Evaluate garment balance, silhouette, ease, proportion, and construction.

Ensure consistency of fit across styles, collections, and seasons.

Recommend construction improvements that enhance quality while reducing manufacturing complexity.

Pattern Engineering

Develop and review patterns using CAD systems.

Ensure accurate grading across all size ranges.

Improve pattern efficiency for better marker utilization and cost optimization.

Standardize block patterns across brands and product categories.

Troubleshoot pattern-related production issues.

Fit Management

Review All Fit / PP Samples

Analyze fit comments and provide technical solutions.

Maintain fit consistency across factories and sourcing regions.

Establish fit standards for different brands and customer profiles.

Approve fit before production release.

Technical Documentation

Prepare and maintain:

Technical specifications

Construction standards

Measurement charts

Tolerance charts

Grading rules

Fit comments

Sewing construction guidelines

Ensure all technical documentation is complete and production ready.

Factory Collaboration

Work closely with factories during development and production.

Provide technical guidance to resolve construction challenges.

Support vendors during sample development.

Conduct technical reviews with manufacturing partners.

Drive first-pass sample approvals.

Cross Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with:

Design

Merchandising

Product Development

Sourcing

Quality Assurance

Manufacturing

Vendor Technical Teams

to achieve commercial, aesthetic, and technical objectives.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure garments meet brand quality standards.

Improve workmanship and construction quality.

Reduce production defects through technical intervention.

Standardize technical processes across vendors.

Process Improvement

Reduce sampling cycles.

Improve fit approval timelines.

Develop fit libraries and technical standards.

Introduce best practices in digital pattern development.

Support implementation of 3D fitting technologies where applicable.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Fashion Technology, Apparel Manufacturing, Garment Engineering, or related field.

10–14 years of experience in Technical Design, Fit, Pattern Development, or Product Engineering.

Experience working with global fashion retailers or export houses.

Strong understanding of woven, knit, and denim garment construction.

Experience across menswear, womenswear, or childrenswear.

Technical Skills

Advanced pattern making

Pattern grading

Garment engineering

Fit evaluation

Garment construction

Measurement analysis

Technical specification development

Sample evaluation

Marker efficiency

Fabric behavior and shrinkage analysis

Wash and finishing impact on fit

Software Knowledge Preferred experience with:

Gerber AccuMark

Lectra

Optitex

CLO 3D

Browzwear VStitcher

Adobe Illustrator

PLM systems

Microsoft Excel

Key Competencies

Exceptional garment fit expertise

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail

Commercial understanding of apparel manufacturing

Ability to make technically sound decisions under tight timelines

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong stakeholder management

Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Ability to work across multiple product categories and global vendor bases

Preferred Industry Experience

Global apparel brands

Buying houses

Fashion retailers

Export houses

Apparel manufacturers supplying international customers

Omnichannel fashion companies

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

First sample approval rate

Number of fit iterations per style

Time to fit approval

Pattern accuracy

First-time-right development percentage

Reduction in production alterations

Technical quality compliance

On-time development milestones

Factory technical performance

Reduction in garment defects attributable to fit or pattern issues

What do we offer?

Growth

At Fynd, growth is limitless. We nurture a culture that encourages innovation, embraces challenges, and supports continuous learning. As we into new product lines and global markets, we’re seeking talented individuals eager to grow with us.

We believe in empowering our people to take ownership, lead with confidence, and shape their careers.

Learning Wallet: Enrol in external courses or certifications to upskill - we’ll reimburse the costs to support your development.

Culture

We believe in building strong teams and lasting connections.

Regular community engagement and team-building activities

Biannual events to celebrate achievements, foster collaboration, and strengthen our workplace culture

Wellness

Your well-being is our priority. Comprehensive Mediclaim policy for you, your spouse, children, and parents

Work Environment

We thrive on collaboration and creativity. Our teams work from the office five days a week to encourage open communication, teamwork, and innovation.

Join us to be part of a dynamic environment where your ideas make an impact!