Experience: 2-5 years in product development (soft home / toys preferred)
Role Overview
We are looking for a hands-on Product Developer to execute product development within the
sampling room. This role is responsible for translating designs and techpacks into physical
samples, ensuring accuracy, quality, and commercial viability.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute end-to-end sample development in the sampling room
- Interpret and implement techpacks, sketches, and design briefs accurately
- Work closely with PD Head and Design team to bring concepts to life
- Select and work with fabrics, trims, fillings, and accessories
- Ensure correct construction, stitching, finishing, and detailing of samples
- Solve development challenges related to construction, fit, and materials
- Optimize samples for cost, scalability, and production feasibility
- Coordinate with tailors, karigars, and sampling team for execution
- Maintain sample timelines and ensure on-time completion
- Ensure samples are aligned with buyer expectations and quality standards
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Sample accuracy vs techpack/design
- Sampling turnaround time (TAT)
- First-time approval rate of samples
- Development issue resolution speed
- Cost efficiency and production feasibility
Skills & Qualifications
- Solid experience in product development / sampling (soft home / toys)
- Good understanding of fabrics, materials, and construction techniques
- Ability to read and execute techpacks precisely
- Hands-on experience working with sampling teams / karigars
- Strong problem-solving skills in development stage
- Attention to detail and quality
What Were Looking For
- A doer who can physically execute and manage sampling
- Strong technical understanding + practical execution ability
- Someone who understands how to make products commercial and scalable
- Detail-oriented with strong ownership