EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Position: Junior / Senior Executive Assistant to Founder & Creative Director

Location: Kala Ghoda, Mumbai

Experience:

Junior: 13 years

Senior: 36+ years

(ONLY APPLICANTS BASED IN SOUTH MUMBAI WILL BE CONSIDERED)

ABOUT SDS by KUSHAL SHAH

SDS by KUSHAL SHAH is a mens luxury brand specializing in Prt, Couture, and Bespoke.

We focus on refined design aesthetics, craftsmanship, and service, creating a seamless balance between luxury and contemporary style.

Rooted in an edgy yet timeless design philosophy, our collections reflect an evolving yet consistent creative vision.

Our parent company, SHEETAL, has been a pioneer in Indian fashion retail for over 50 years.

Industry icons such as Hemant Trivedi, Manish Malhotra, and Aki Narula began their creative journeys at SDS before launching their own labels.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES :

Founder & Leadership Support

Manage schedules, priorities, and follow-ups for the Founder & Creative Director

Assist in planning daily, weekly, and monthly tasks

Coordinate meetings, reviews, and approvals

Process Management & SOP Support

Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Support workflow documentation and process improvements

Ensure teams follow defined processes and timelines

Project Tracking & Execution

Track progress of collections, campaigns, production schedules, and internal projects

Maintain trackers, timelines, and status reports

Follow up with teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables

Inter-Department Coordination

Act as a point of contact between departments for task coordination

Communicate deadlines, updates, and approvals clearly

Resolve basic operational issues by coordinating with relevant teams

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare regular reports on project status, timelines, and operational progress

Maintain records, files, and documentation for ongoing work

Support leadership with data and summaries for review

Creative & Production Support

Coordinate design reviews, production schedules, and approvals

Assist in tracking sampling, fittings, and production timelines

Ensure information is accurately communicated across teams

Additional Responsibilities (Senior Level):

Oversee multiple projects independently

Support process optimization and operational planning

Guide junior team members

Provide operational insights to leadership

QUALFICATIONS & PREREQUISITIES:

Bachelors or Masters degree in Business, Fashion Management, or related field

Junior: 13 years of experience in administrative, operations, or executive support roles

Senior: 36+ years of experience in similar roles

Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Experience with task tracking tools and documentation systems

Good communication and organizational skills

Ability to handle confidential information professionally