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uzma I. — Senior Textile Product Development Manager from Pakistan

uzma I.

Senior Textile Product Development Manager

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Uzma I. stands as a seasoned leader in the home textiles industry with over 20 years of experience in product design and development. Currently serving as the Head of Design & Product Development at Texlynx in Lahore, Pakistan, she exhibits expertise across the breadth of product innovation and textile consulting. Uzma has a robust background in coordinating with global clients and vendors, having worked with high-net-worth buyers such as Revman and Macys, while maintaining quality through strategic partnerships in cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Faisalabad. Her roles have included shaping market trends through detailed market research, crafting impactful presentations, and effectively managing cross-functional teams. She also brings a wealth of experience from her tenure at prominent organizations such as Lala Textiles and Cotcom Sourcing, where she developed comprehensive branding strategies and led complex textile projects. Uzma is adept at navigating the intricate processes within manufacturing setups, continuously bringing both local and international design concepts to fruition. Holding a specialization in Textile Designing from the National College of Arts, Lahore, she is open to both remote and hybrid roles, driven to leverage her extensive experience for future endeavors.

Experience

  • Sr. Manager Product Development

    Texlynx · 2017 — Present
    Facilitated discussions on design concepts, color schemes, and styling with buyers before finalizing the design. Maintained communication with high net worth buyers regarding design and product issues during pattern execution. Interacted with vendors in Karachi, Lahore, and Faisalabad to ensure timely, cost-effective execution of designs. Collaborated with quality teams for smooth design implementation. Conducted market research to enhance customer offerings with up-to-date technological upgrades and pattern trends. Delivered impactful presentations to prospective clients locally and internationally, securing new revenue streams.
  • Freelance Professional Design Consultant

    Company not specified · 2016 — 2017
    Coordinated with manufacturers of printing and embroidery within the textile design and product development sectors for major companies in both local and international markets. Provided graphic designing services including logo and business card designs.
  • Color Advisor for Production

    Craft International (Elegance) Pakistan · 2015 — 2016
    Engaged proactively with buyers to address issues related to color execution of patterns. Negotiated pricing and terms with buyers, while also issuing production orders. Developed and retained relationships with buyers by proposing diverse pattern design ideas, including embroidery techniques, stitches, and styling.
  • Brand Manager

    Lala Textiles · 2013 — 2015
    Created research and mood boards alongside designers, selecting fabric quality, colors, and seasonal trend directions. Coordinated with designers to ensure proper color implementations and themes. Worked closely with merchants to align fabric deliveries with printing and embroidery specifications. Collaborated with professional stylists to produce extensive presentation catalogs for multiple brands. Evaluated various embroidery types to select visually appealing and cost-effective options. Directed and guided a team comprising Textile/Graphic Designers, Embroidery Designers, Tailors, and freelance consultants.
  • Design Manager

    Cotcom Sourcing, Cotton Connection · 2007 — 2013
    Engaged in discussions about design concepts, color schemes, and styling with buyers before finalizing designs. Communicated with high net worth buyers regarding design execution issues. Collaborated with vendors in Karachi, Lahore, and Faisalabad to ensure adherence to time, cost, and quality standards in design execution, while also working closely with design teams in Karachi.
  • Designer, Product Development Division

    Texlynx · 2004 — 2007
    Led product creation and development for bedding and bath categories across all divisions of Springs, catering to high net worth clients. Developed relationships with new vendors for weaving, printing, and yarn-dyed products, ensuring timely material delivery. Managed technical constraints to ensure accurate engraving and color printing on fabric through CAD. Oversaw color monitoring during printing and devised distinctive design constructions. Conducted market research to deliver cutting-edge technological upgrades and pattern trends.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Specialization in Textile Designing
    National College of Arts · — — 1998

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