The Senior Executive – Designer role at MAS Holdings is likely responsible for developing apparel concepts, creating design presentations, researching trends, selecting fabrics and trims, and supporting product development from concept to production. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree or diploma in fashion design, apparel design, textiles, or a related discipline, with relevant industry experience. Strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, technical drawings, colour and material selection, and presentation are valuable. The candidate should understand garment construction, costing, quality expectations, and commercial product requirements. Creativity, attention to detail, teamwork, time management, and the ability to work with international customers, suppliers, product developers, and manufacturing teams are also important.
MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s leading apparel and design-to-delivery companies, headquartered in Sri Lanka. Founded in 1987, the group supplies innovative clothing, intimate apparel, sportswear, swimwear, and wearable technology to major international brands. MAS operates across several countries and is recognised for combining advanced manufacturing with product design, sustainability, ethical employment practices, and research-led innovation. Its businesses include apparel manufacturing, product development, materials, technology, and supply-chain services. The company works with globally recognised customers and provides employees with opportunities to collaborate across design, engineering, merchandising, production, and commercial functions. MAS is also known for its focus on responsible manufacturing, gender inclusion, community development, and environmental improvement. Exact benefits, salary, and responsibilities for the advertised Senior Executive – Designer position may depend on the business unit, experience level, and work location.
Sri Lanka offers opportunities in apparel design, product development, manufacturing, engineering, IT, tourism, logistics, finance, and shared services. Colombo and nearby industrial zones provide the largest concentration of professional jobs, while Kandy, Galle, and other cities offer a slower pace and lower living costs. The island has a warm tropical climate, diverse food, strong family and community traditions, and a culture influenced by Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim, and colonial heritage. Colombo provides modern shopping, restaurants, hospitals, schools, and international connections, although traffic and housing costs can be significant. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate employment or residence visa, arranged with employer support and approval from Sri Lankan authorities; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Relocating employees should confirm sponsorship, accommodation, tax, insurance, and dependants’ arrangements before arrival. English is widely used in business, while learning basic Sinhala or Tamil can improve daily life and workplace integration.
Make sure pop-ups and redirects are enabled in your browser settings.
Ooops
Something went wrong, a few job details could not be loaded but you can still apply directly below:
Fetching job details, please wait...