Technical / Sample & CAD Room Manager

PT. Pan Rama Vista Garment Industries; Karanganyar; On-site; IDR 40,000,000 - 70,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT. Pan Rama Vista Garment Industries in Solo, Central Java, Indonesia, is seeking a hands-on Technical / Sample & CAD Room Manager to lead our Sampling & CAD operations.

This is a managerial, on-site role for a technically strong professional with deep experience in premium woven and knit fashion apparel, balancing technical excellence with operational discipline. You will head the Sample & CAD Room team, oversee scheduling, capacity planning, and CAD pattern making, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of technical experience in ladies fashion apparel manufacturing.
• Strong specialization in premium woven & knit apparel, particularly dresses.
• Proven experience managing large sample & CAD room teams.
• Excellent understanding of pattern making, grading, and garment construction.
• Fluent in English (written & spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead all technical aspects of sample development from design handover through final approval.
• Review and approve patterns, markers, BOMs, and construction methods.
• Act as the key technical interface with Design, Merchandising, Production, and QA.
• Build, train and manage a team that achieves objectives.
• Establish SOPs, technical standards, and best practices; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

English fluency

Tools

CAD software

Pattern making software

Job description

Company Description

PT. Pan Rama is a well-established and progressive ladies fashion apparel manufacturer, supplying premium brands to the US and European markets. To support our continued growth and high technical standards, we are looking for a Technical / Sample & CAD Room Manager to lead our Sampling & CAD operations.

Role Description

We are seeking a full-time Technical / Sample & CAD Room Manager to join our team onsite in Solo, Central Java, Indonesia. This is a managerial, hands‑on role for a technically strong professional with deep experience in Premium Woven & Knit Fashion apparel, who can balance technical excellence with operational discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead all technical aspects of sample development, from design handover through final approval
• Ensure fit, construction, grading, and workmanship meet premium brand standards
• Provide technical solutions for complex styles, fabrics, and trims (woven & knit)
• Review and approve patterns, markers, BOMs, and construction methods
• Act as the key technical interface with Design, Merchandising, Production, and QA
• Build, train and manage a team that is able to achieve all above objectives

Sample & CAD Room Management

• Head the Sample & CAD Room team including pattern makers, CAD operators, sample sewers, and technical staff
• Oversee sample scheduling, capacity planning, and prioritization to meet critical deadlines
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in CAD pattern making, grading, and marker efficiency
• Be accountable for department costing and efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement in sample room productivity and quality

Operational & KPI Ownership

• Establish and enforce SOPs, technical standards, and best practices
• Support cost engineering initiatives without compromising quality or fit

Own KPIs related to:

• Sample turnaround time
• First-fit / first-sample approval rate
• Pattern accuracy & rework reduction
• CAD efficiency and fabric utilization
• Department capacity & per-unit cost

Requirements

• Minimum 5-10 years of technical experience in ladies fashion apparel manufacturing
• Strong specialization in premium woven & knit apparel, particularly dresses
• Proven experience managing large sample & CAD room teams
• Excellent understanding of:
• Pattern making, grading, and garment construction
• Fit standards for US & European brands
• CAD systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in Indonesia is strongly preferred
• Fluent in English (written & spoken)