Program Manager

About the Opportunity
A high-growth business operating in the apparel manufacturing & fashion retail sector, delivering seasonal collections and consumer garments across domestic and international channels. We design, source, and scale product assortments through close collaboration with design, sourcing, manufacturing, and commercial teams to drive quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

Role & Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end program delivery for apparel product ranges: coordinate design, development, sampling, production, and launch to meet timelines, quality, and margin targets.
• Manage cross-functional stakeholders (design, merchandising, sourcing, QA, logistics, commercial) to align priorities, resolve dependencies, and escalate risks proactively.
• Partner with vendors and contract manufacturers to drive capacity planning, adherence to timelines, quality standards, and corrective action plans.
• Define and track program KPIs (cost, lead time, on-time delivery, defect rates); deliver regular program status reports and mitigation plans to senior leadership.
• Implement process improvements across PLM/ERP workflows, sampling cadence, and handoffs to reduce lead times and improve first-pass quality.
• Own program budgeting and change-control: review costing impacts, approve production releases, and ensure compliance with company quality, safety, and sustainability policies.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile/Apparel Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field and proven experience managing apparel/product programs end-to-end.
• Demonstrable experience with PLM tools and product development workflows.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) for order, inventory and cost tracking.
• Strong vendor management background across garment factories and contract suppliers.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and deliver against tight seasonal deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills with experience tracking KPIs and driving data-led decisions.

Preferred

• Experience with Agile program practices, Jira or similar project-management tools.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, costing & margin analysis, or certifications such as Six Sigma/Lean.

Benefits & Culture Highlights

• Hybrid workplace model with a focus on work-life balance and flexible schedules.
• Opportunity to lead high-visibility seasonal programs and influence product strategy across retail channels.
• Collaborative, performance-driven culture with exposure to senior leadership and fast career progression.

Location: India | Workplace: Hybrid. If you are a results-oriented Program Manager with deep apparel product and vendor experience and a bias for action, we want to hear from you.