Development and Production Co-ordinator

Margene is looking for an organized and resourceful Development & Production Coordinator to join our team. Working closely with the founders and London team, you will manage product development and production in India - from design handover and sampling through sourcing, supplier coordination and bulk production. This is a hands-on, on-the-ground role requiring regular visits to factories, suppliers, markets and vendors across Delhi NCR and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Attend design handovers and translate briefs into clear technical packs for proto, SMS and production.

· Launch and follow up proto and SMS samples, working directly with factories through development and fittings.

· Source and manage fabrics, trims and raw materials, identifying new suppliers and specialist vendors where required.

· Coordinate embroidery, print, surface development and other specialist techniques from initial brief through approval.

· Visit factories and suppliers regularly to monitor sampling, resolve development issues and keep styles on schedule.

· For ad hoc or experimental styles, source and manage local tailors, pattern cutters, craftspeople and specialist makers outside the regular factory network.

· Manage development-to-production handovers, ensuring approved specifications, materials and construction details are correctly followed.

· Monitor bulk production and conduct in-line and final quality control.

· Maintain the seasonal range plan and critical path, keeping the wider team updated on the status of every style.

· Proactively flag delays, quality concerns and development issues, working with suppliers to find solutions.

THE CANDIDATE

· 2-3 years experience in fashion design, product development, production or a similar role.

· Degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Technology or a related discipline.

· Strong understanding of garment construction, pattern cutting, fabrics, trims and manufacturing.

· Experience creating professional tech packs.

· Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel and Word.

· Highly organised, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple developments simultaneously.

· Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with factories and suppliers.

· Proactive, hard-working and comfortable working independently.

· Willing and able to travel regularly for factory and supplier visits.

• Location: New Delhi / Delhi NCR