Design Manager – Apparel & Product Development

Urgent Hiring: Design Lead / Design Manager (Product Development) – Citykart

• Location:

  Gurugram

• Experience:

  6–7 Years

• Job Type:

  Full-Time, Permanent

• Apply at:

  naval@citykartstores.com

• Salary:

  Around

  ₹1,00,000 per month

  (Up to

  20% higher

  for an exceptional candidate)

About the Role

Design Lead / Design Manager (PD)

If you have the passion to lead, innovate, and create customer-loved designs, we invite you to join one of India’s fastest-growing value retail chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the apparel design team across

  Men’s, Ladies’, and Kids’

  categories.
• Conduct trend forecasting, customer research, and competitor analysis to develop relevant and appealing collections.
• Create seasonal lines that deliver strong aesthetics, fit, fabric quality, and commercial value.
• Translate fashion trends into customer-driven and market-ready apparel designs.
• Work closely with Merchandising, PD, and Pre-Production teams for seamless product execution.
• Oversee vendor relationships, sampling approvals, and quality alignment.
• Ensure brand identity and consistency across all categories.
• Mentor the design team to maximize creativity, productivity, and performance.
• Maintain strict timelines and handle budgets efficiently.

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Graduate from NIFT / Pearl Academy / NIFD

  (Preferred).

• 6–7 years of total experience

  , with

  2–3 years in a similar leadership role

  .
• Must have worked across

  all divisions

  – Mens, Ladies, and Kids.
• Experience in

  value retail or similar chain of stores

  will be a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, trims, and fashion trends.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and relevant design tools.
• Strong leadership, creativity, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.

How to Apply

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to lead our design journey:

design portfolio

naval@citykartstores.com