Design Manager – Carpet

About the role

Milat Egypt, a leading carpet manufacturer, is seeking a Design Manager to lead its carpet design function from its El Sadat City facility. The role is full‑time and on‑site, responsible for shaping seasonal collections that reflect the brand’s identity, market trends, and customer expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the carpet design team, allocating tasks and providing performance feedback.
• Develop and maintain seasonal design plans, design library, and design guidelines.
• Conceptualise, review and refine patterns, colours, and material selections.
• Collaborate closely with production to ensure design feasibility, quality standards and cost targets.
• Work with sales and marketing to support product presentations, client requests and market positioning.
• Monitor global design trends and competitive products, translating insights into commercially viable collections.

Required profile

• Proven experience in carpet, textile or rug design with a strong portfolio.
• Demonstrated ability to manage design teams and optimise design processes.
• Excellent collaboration skills with production, sales and marketing functions.
• Strong visual and aesthetic sense with meticulous attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in textile design, industrial design, fine arts or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with carpet production processes is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency with CAD or other graphic design applications used in textile and carpet design.