KIWĀD is a contemporary menswear brand rooted in India’s rich textile and craft traditions. We work with natural fibres, handmade textiles and authentic craftsmanship, translating them into refined, contemporary and globally relevant menswear.

The Role

We are looking for a Product Development & Operations professional with a strong foundation in fashion and apparel to work closely with the design team and take ownership of the sampling, product development and operational execution of KIWĀD products.

Responsibilities

- Own the product journey from design handover → sampling → corrections → approval → final garment.
- Work closely with the design team to understand product requirements and ensure accurate execution.
- Work hands-on with KIWĀD’s internal master, tailors, embroiderers and craftsmen to develop and refine garments.
- Translate design requirements into transparent instructions for the internal team and external partners.
- Manage multiple rounds of sampling, fittings, corrections and approvals.
- Coordinate closely with fabric suppliers, artisans, pattern makers, sampling units, manufacturers, trims suppliers and other vendors.
- Manage day-to-day communication, follow-ups and timelines across internal teams and external partners.
- Ensure timely sourcing, availability and movement of fabrics, trims, embroidery materials and other components.




- Check samples and finished garments for measurements, construction, stitching, embroidery, fabric, colour, detailing and finishing.
- Identify quality and execution issues and work with the relevant team to resolve them.
- Ensure final garments remain consistent with the approved sample, design specifications and quality standards.
- Maintain trackers for styles, samples, materials, quantities, timelines, costs and QC.
- Coordinate products involving multiple craftsmen, vendors and processes.
- Monitor delays, wastage, rework, material consumption and quality issues.
- Support costing, material planning and inventory movement.
- Oversee final quality checks, packing and delivery.
- Build strong working relationships across the internal team and external network and help create a reliable and scalable product ecosystem for KIWĀD.

Qualifications

- 1–3 years of relevant work experience with proven track record
- Degree/Diploma in Fashion or Textile Design.
- Willingness to learn, grow and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to handle multifaceted roles with strong ownership and adaptability.

Interested and suitable candidates can share their latest CV @ [email protected]

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📌 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE & OPERATIONS (Bengaluru)
🏢 Kiwad
📍 Bengaluru