Department: Design Location: Bangalore Reporting To: Head of Design Experience: 5–8 years Role Summary The Manager – Design (Plus Size) will build and scale the plus-size menswear category. This role involves end-to-end ownership of design, fit development, and range creation, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics, consumer needs, and business goals. Key Responsibilities 1. Design & Product Development • Lead design for plus-size menswear across categories (shirts, t-shirts, etc.) • Develop seasonal concepts aligned with brand direction • Ensure trend relevance while maintaining commercial viability 2. Fit & Technical Development • Develop and refine plus-size fits specific to target body types • Collaborate with pattern-making and sampling teams • Conduct fit sessions and ensure consistency across styles and sizes 3. Range Planning & Execution • Build assortments based on sales data, consumer insights, and market trends • Ensure depth in key styles and optimize SKU productivity • Work with merchandising teams on pricing and range structure 4. Cross-Functional Coordination • Collaborate with: • Merchandising (assortment planning, pricing) • Production (feasibility, timelines) • Marketing (campaign inputs, storytelling) • Ensure timely delivery from concept to final product 5. Consumer & Market Insight • Understand plus-size consumer needs, preferences, and pain points • Benchmark competition and identify market gaps • Translate insights into actionable design strategies Qualifications & Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field • 5–8 years of experience in menswear design • Experience in plus-size or extended sizing preferred • Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and pattern development • Proficiency in design tools (Adobe Suite, etc.) • Strong communication and collaboration skills Key Competencies • Product ownership • Attention to fit and detail • Commercial awareness • Problem-solving mindset • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment KPIs / Success Metrics • Sell-through and performance of plus-size category • Fit approval and reduction in returns due to fit issues • Timely delivery of collections • Range productivity (hit rate of styles)\ Additional Notes • This role requires a balance of creative and analytical thinking • Candidate should be comfortable working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment