Senior Designer / Assistant Manager Design

Company Description Quazi Abedin Tex Ltd (QATL) is a woven garments manufacturer specializing in lightweight ladies’ tops and light to medium weight bottoms for all genders, including formal, chino, and cargo categories. The company operates its own R&D section, enabling brand owners to develop and refine designs locally before moving into bulk production. QATL is a compliant facility certified by ACCORD, SEDEX, BSCI, and other recognized audit bodies, reflecting its commitment to ethical and safe operations. As a dedicated production hub for global brands such as H&M, C&A, Camaieu, Promod, Loblaws, Kroger, Primark, and Piazza Italia, QATL offers exposure to international standards and diverse product lines. Team members join a professional environment with strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and long-term partnerships with leading retailers.
Role Description The Senior Designer / Assistant Manager Design is a full-time, on-site role based in Savar, responsible for leading design development for woven garments, particularly tops and bottoms across formal, chino, and cargo segments. This position oversees concept creation, fabric and trim selection, and technical detailing to translate buyer briefs and brand guidelines into commercially viable designs. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with the R&D team, preparing design boards and tech packs, reviewing samples, and ensuring alignment with fit, quality, and cost targets. The role requires regular collaboration with merchandising, production, and quality teams, as well as direct communication with buyers for design presentations, revisions, and approvals. The Senior Designer / Assistant Manager Design also mentors junior designers, maintains trend and market research, and supports continuous improvement in design processes and product innovation.
Qualifications

• Strong ability in garment design and development, including sketching, CAD/graphic design tools, and preparation of tech packs for woven tops and bottoms.
• Proficiency in fabric, wash, and trim selection, with sound knowledge of construction details, patterns, and fitting standards for formal, chino, and cargo styles.
• Experience in coordinating with R&D, merchandising, and production teams to transform buyer requirements into feasible, production-ready designs.
• Skilled in trend and market research, analyzing buyer and brand preferences, and converting insights into design concepts and collections.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for interacting with international buyers, conducting design reviews, and managing feedback and revisions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or supervise junior design staff, manage multiple styles and deadlines, and maintain organized design documentation.
• Previous experience in a woven garments manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to international brands and compliance-focused factories.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent