Technical / Sample & CAD Room Manager

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)