Job Description

Company:

Around Always

Location:

Kolkata, India

Experience:

2+ years

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Industry:

D2C Footwear / Fashion / Apparel

About Us:

We're a fast-growing D2C footwear brand focused on

handcrafted, customisable, and stylish footwear

for modern Indian consumers. Every pair we make tells a story--rooted in craft, driven by comfort. We're now expanding our in-house capabilities for embroidery to scale our unique product offerings.

Role Overview:

We're looking for a

hands-on Embroidery Production Manager

to manage and scale our embroidery operations. This role requires strong understanding of

hand and machine embroidery

, process management, and the ability to work closely with artisans and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee Daily Embroidery Production:

Manage workflows for both in-house and outsourced embroidery units.

Quality Control:

Ensure consistent embroidery quality across batches and reduce rework rates.

Sampling Coordination:

Work closely with the design and product team to translate design samples into production-ready embroidery.

Vendor & Artisan Management:

Coordinate with local artisans, karigars, and vendors to maintain timelines and material quality.

Raw Material Planning:

Manage inventory of threads, embellishments, and base fabrics for embroidery.

Timeline Management:

Monitor production TATs and ensure timely delivery of embroidered uppers to stitching units.

Process Improvement:

Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements in embroidery techniques and workflows.

Documentation:

Maintain detailed records of sampling, production runs, and reworks.

Requirements:

Minimum

2 years of experience

in embroidery production, preferably in

footwear, fashion, or accessories

. Hands-on knowledge of

hand and/or machine embroidery techniques

, including a flair for aesthetic quality. Strong team coordination and vendor management skills. Prior experience working in a

small to mid-size production setup

is preferred. Basic knowledge of

design interpretation and fabric behavior

. Comfortable working in a

fast-paced, quality-focused

startup environment.

Nice to Have:

Experience working with

bridal or occasionwear

embroidery. Knowledge of

Zardozi, Aari, or beadwork techniques

. Familiarity with footwear construction is a bonus.

Perks:

Opportunity to shape and scale a core vertical of the business Work closely with founders and the design team A creative, inclusive, and hands-on work culture Flexible work practices where possible
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Paid sick time Paid time off
Schedule:

Fixed shift
Supplemental Pay:

Performance bonus
Experience:

Production management: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/07/2025