Assistant Manager - Quality (Fit Technician)

Landmark Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Babyshop, part of Landmark Group, Dubai, seeks a Technical Development Specialist to lead end-to-end development of babywear garments, ensuring fit, safety, and production readiness while coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires CAD-based pattern making knowledge, pattern grading, and a strong grasp of PLM/Tech Pack systems to translate designs into production-ready specs.

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Production or Garment Manufacturing.
• Experience with international buyers / kids wear brands is preferred.
• Strong understanding of PLM / Tech Pack systems.

Responsibilities

• Technical development: create specifications and tech packs from design inputs.
• Supplier support: guide suppliers on construction details, measurements and quality.
• Sample evaluation & review: assess fit, construction, and compliance with CAD-based methods.
• Product safety & process control: ensure child-safety compliance and labeling requirements.

Skills

Garment construction

CAD-based pattern making

Pattern evaluation & grading

Quality compliance understanding

Education

Diploma / Degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Production, or Garment Manufacturing

Tools

PLM / Tech Pack systems

Job description

About Babyshop

Babyshop is a leading baby and kids’ retailer in the Middle East, offering a wide range of high-quality products for babies, toddlers, and children. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and a seamless shopping experience for parents and caregivers. Our mission is to create a community where parents can access information, support, and resources to make their parenting journey more enjoyable and fulfilling.

About the Role

To manage the end-to-end technical development of babywear garments (boys & girls), ensuring product safety, correct fit, construction feasibility, and production readiness while supporting suppliers and internal teams from development to bulk production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Development Create specifications and tech packs based on the initial design board and development inputs. Translate design concepts into technically feasible with correct specs, construction and grading. Provide technical clarification to suppliers during initial development stages.
2. Supplier Support & Communication Support suppliers with technical guidance after receiving the design board and tech pack. Ensure suppliers clearly understand construction details, measurement specs, and quality expectations. Work closely with suppliers to achieve Right First Time (RFT) performance.
3. Sample Evaluation & Technical Review Conduct early-stage sign-off sample reviews focusing on:Child safety compliance Production feasibility Construction risks Review samples on mannequin with Buying and Design teams, providing inputs on:Fit and aesthetics Customer expectations Specifications and grading Construction improvements. Knowledge of CAD-based pattern making systems. Ability to evaluate pattern balance, grading logic, and garment construction.
4. Product Safety, Compliance & Process Control Ensure garments comply with child safety standards relevant to babywear. Possess knowledge of garment testing protocols (GPT) and testing requirements. Provide risk assessment at early development stages to prevent production issues. Support suppliers on critical operations, production breakdown and operation flow. Working knowledge of printing, dyeing, and washing processes relevant to babywear. Ensure appropriate wash care instructions and labeling requirements. CAD, Pattern & Construction understanding

Key Skills & Competencies

Babywear construction and child safety requirements Garment fit, grading, and pattern evaluation Risk assessment during early development Fabric processing, washing printing, and dyeing Production processes and industrial engineering concepts

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma / Degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Production, or Garment Manufacturing Experience working with international buyers / kids wear brands Strong understanding of PLM / Tech Pack systems