Anas Ahmed

Experienced CAD/CAM Manager and Garments Pattern Master with 9+ years of success in leading pattern development, grading, marker making, and product innovation for leading local brands. Expert in Lectra Modaris/Diamino, delivering precision patterns, efficient fabric utilization, and production-friendly designs. Strong team leader with a passion for technical excellence and process improvement.

CAD/CAM Manager - GGT Master Knits & Woven — Chase Value / Eminent (Onza Retail SMC-PVT Ltd.) - Karachi, Pakistan

(2025-10)

• Collaborate closely with designers for both knitwear and woven categories, converting initial fashion sketches into production-ready technical execution.
• Develop accurate patterns and markers ensuring optimal fabric utilization and production efficiency.
• Provide technical styling guidance to designers to ensure designs remain production-friendly, cost-effective, and bulk feasible.
• Guide sample makers with detailed pattern instructions and resolve construction-related queries during sampling stages.
• Coordinate with merchandisers regarding bulk production requirements, timelines, and execution feasibility.
• Assist in fabric selection discussions, advising designers on suitability of fabrics in relation to design, fit, and production constraints.
• Ensure smooth communication between design, sampling, and production teams to minimize errors and improve first sample approval rate.

Manager CAD/CAM & R&D - Amna Ashraf Apparels - Karachi, Pakistan

(2024-02 - 2025-09)

• Develop patterns as per tech packs; lead proto/fit sample development
• Manage grading, markers, and size sets for bulk production
• Coordinate trial runs, size checks, and production approvals
• Work with brands like Vineyard, Ocean Drive, LPP Sinsay, Exist

Deputy Manager CAD/CAM - Texmark Plant-1100 - Karachi, Pakistan

(2023-07 - 2024-01)

• Led bulk production marker making and cutting programs
• Coordinated fabric consumption, planning, and development

Pattern Executive - Khaadi Corporation - Karachi, Pakistan

(2022-02 - 2023-06)

• Developed new silhouettes, markers, and consumptions
• Guided R&D, embroidery, and print teams to reduce fabric costs

CAD/CAM Officer - Mizaj Store / Tri-Star / Al-Karam / Khaadi SMC - Karachi, Pakistan

(2017 - 2022)

• Handled pattern making, grading, marker making using Lectra
• Managed sample approvals and production support

Merchandiser - Denim Selection - Karachi, Pakistan

(2014 - 2016)

Assistant Merchandiser - Time Knits - Karachi, Pakistan

(2011 - 2014)

Intermediate - Commerce - Govt. Degree Science & Commerce College (2013)

Certificate - Information Technology - Truman (2012)

Matriculation - Computer Science - Super Career School (2011)