The Manager Design is responsible for leading the overall design function by driving creative strategy, ensuring timely, high-quality project delivery, and fostering innovation across design, R&D, and order tracking operations. The role focuses on aligning design initiatives with business objectives, optimizing resources, and maintaining high standards of aesthetics, functionality, and brand consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide strategic leadership to the Design and R&D divisions, cultivating an environment that values creativity, precision, and innovation
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Lead, guide, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and researchers to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery
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Formulate and implement a forward-looking design strategy aligned with market trends, consumer insights, and brand positioning
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Direct the end-to-end design process for new product lines and furniture collections, utilizing IMOS software for enhanced efficiency, accuracy, and digital optimization
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Champion R&D initiatives to explore and integrate advanced materials, technologies, and production methodologies, elevating product performance and sustainability
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Administer the departmental budget with fiscal prudence, ensuring optimal utilization of financial and human resources
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Monitor global design innovations and industry developments to maintain a competitive and contemporary product portfolio
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Partner cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure seamless product conceptualization, development, and market launch
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Enforce rigorous design standards and compliance protocols, safeguarding consistency with brand identity, corporate guidelines, and regulatory norms.
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Materials, or a related discipline) from a HEC recognized institution
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Experience: 15-18 years of progressive experience in design leadership roles, preferably within engineering, manufacturing, or construction industries
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Proven ability to lead both primary and secondary product design processes from concept to completion
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Demonstrated experience working with international design and engineering standards
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Strong understanding of furniture design principles, wood joinery, and related manufacturing processes will be considered as an added advantage
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Proficient in CAD, CAM, and 3D design software with hands-on experience in design modeling and simulation
Benefits
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Medical Insurance
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Provident Fund
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EOBI
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Paid Leaves
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Easy loan & advance facility