Job Description & How to Apply Below
At Pratibha, we believe fashion is not just about creating garments. It is about shaping a better future where creativity, sustainability, and self-expression coexist in harmony. As a global leader in textile and garment innovation, we approach design not as mere silhouettes but as fiber-forward journeys transforming responsible raw materials into products that are beautiful, scalable, and future-proof.
About the Role
We are hiring for a visionary and globally seasoned Head of Design & Product Development to redefine how fashion is created, experienced, and consumed. This role sits at the intersection of creativity and commerce, bridging Pratibha’s Design & Development Centre (DDC) in Indore, India with our Design & Development Centre (DDC) in Europe.
Responsibilities
Drive sustainable innovation with a fiber-forward, circularity-first mindset.
Harness AI-driven design tools and digital libraries to deliver smarter, faster, and more innovative solutions.
Collaborate with the world’s most prestigious fashion houses positioning Pratibha as a true creative partner rather than a passive vendor.
Travel globally with confidence and cultural fluency, building strong relationships and leading conversations with designers, brand leaders, and sourcing teams across continents.
This is both a creative leadership role and a strategic commercial partnership role. The Head of Design & Product Development will be entrusted not only to set the creative vision but also to co-create future-ready solutions with global clients, ensuring every collection developed under their leadership delivers aesthetic excellence, commercial impact, and measurable sustainability gains.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Direction
Lead seasonal concept development aligned with target brands
Define creative vision for garment styles, silhouettes, fabrics, trims, and colors
Review and approve design collections, CADs, and mood boards
Maintain awareness of global fashion trends, forecasting, and market shifts
Spearhead the development of a digital library housing:
Updated material and trim databases
Photorealistic visuals
3D garment simulations
Integrate AI-driven design tools to enhance creativity and efficiency
Product Development Oversight
Oversee technical design, pattern development, fittings, and sampling
Ensure cost-effective development without compromising brand aesthetics
Troubleshoot technical challenges in sampling or production feasibility
Approve final samples prior to client presentations
Client Relationship Management
Act as the face of the DDC for global clients (e.g. Zara, Hugo Boss, Burberry)
Participate in client meetings, presentations, and collection discussions
Propose new ideas, innovations, and value-added services
Build trust-based relationships to secure long-term business partnerships
Leverage existing global brand networks to facilitate business development
Team Leadership
Recruit, train, and mentor:
Designers (junior and senior)
Pattern makers
Fabric and trim sourcing teams
Foster a collaborative, open culture inspired by global design hubs
Encourage innovation, trend research, and creative experimentation
Ensure all team members are trained in using AI tools and digital technologies for cost and time efficiency
Strategic Planning & Commercial Input
Align design efforts with commercial viability and client budgets
Review costing and BOMs to ensure profitability
Suggest process improvements for faster speed-to-market
Report progress, risks, and opportunities to senior management
Key Result Areas (KRAs)
KRA Description
Creative
Innovation: Drive seasonal innovation and fresh concepts for clients.
Digital Transformation:
Implement AI tools and develop/maintain a robust digital library for design, materials, and 3D.
Client Satisfaction:
Build strong partnerships and secure client approvals.
Timeliness:
Deliver collections and samples as per brand calendars.
Team Development:
Build a high-performing, digitally skilled, motivated creative team.
Commercial Viability:
Ensure designs meet cost targets and profitability goals.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
KPI Target
% of designs approved in first client review ≥ 50%
On-time delivery of collections & samples 100% adherence
Number of new product ideas presented per week ≥ 10
Client retention & repeat business rate ≥ 90%
Profit margin on developed styles ≥ 25%
Digital Library Update Frequency:
Monthly updates with new materials, trims, and 3D assets
AI Utilization Rate ≥ 80% of design processes leveraging AI tools
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Product Development, or related field (NIFT, Pearl, NID, or international equivalent)
Minimum 15-20 years’ experience in design and product development for international fashion brands or large export houses
Proven relationships and networks with global fashion brands (e.g. Zara, Hugo Boss, Burberry, Chanel, etc.)
Strong knowledge of:
Global fashion trends
Fabric technologies
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