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