Executive - Industrial & Systems Engineering
(Based at Intimates - Ratmalana)
The Bodywear Value Stream of MAS Holdings delivers end-to-end design, innovation and manufacturing solutions across lingerie, swimwear and next-to-skin categories. It brings together broad expertise in fit, comfort, performance and aesthetics to serve leading global brands at scale.
With design and innovation hubs in Sri Lanka, the USA, Canada and Hong Kong and manufacturing operations across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and Kenya, Bodywear offers a diverse portfolio spanning bras, briefs, shapewear, sleepwear, performance bodywear and Olympic grade swimwear. The value stream portfolio includes Victoria’s Secret, Calvin Klein, Marks & Spencer, Triumph, Speedo and Aerie. Positioned as a global centre of excellence, the Bodywear Value Stream combines advanced product innovation, technology-led solutions and operational scale to meet evolving consumer expectations across intimate and swim categories.
Embark on a journey of change with MAS, by joining Intimates as an Executive - Industrial & Systems Engineering based at Ratmalana to ensure that the Industrial Engineering function in the respective accounts aligned to the business requirements, submitting costed SMV in a competitive, timely and accurate manner to meet customers target price points, whilst generating SMV savings via method & process improvements to retain earnings and ensuring manufacturing feasibility of methods and processes, submission of GSD; SMV to planning and manufacturing in a timely and accurate manner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare accurate SMVs (Standard Minute Value) using GSD methodology for development and production styles, considering garment construction, machinery, product capability, and manufacturing limitations.
Attend Tech Pack and development meetings to analyze product requirements and recommend production-feasible sewing constructions and methods.
Develop detailed GSD operation breakdowns and ensure accurate standard minute values are provided within agreed timelines.
Support Fact Based Costing (FBC) initiatives by providing competitive and accurate SMV data to optimize FOB (Free on Board) and CM values while maintaining profitability.
Drive product re-engineering, method improvements, and process innovations to reduce SMVs, enhance productivity, and generate cost savings.
Provide provisional and final SMV breakdowns to manufacturing plants for capacity booking, machine planning, manpower allocation, and production scheduling.
Collaborate with factory teams during integration, pre-production, and production stages to resolve GSD, method and operational concerns and ensure smooth production start-up.
Standardize methods, GSD practices, and SMV applications across divisions to maintain consistency, accuracy and continuous improvement in industrial engineering standards.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Degree in Physical Science with strong Statistical and Mathematical background, Apparel and Textiles Engineering or NDT (National Diploma in Technology) from a recognized institute.
1 - 3 years of experience in a similar role within a production or manufacturing environment and ability to make effective decisions and resolve operational issues in a timely and practical manner.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, contributing positively to shared goals and supporting overall team success and capability to manage and guide team members to maintain productivity and workplace efficiency
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to efficiently manage documents, data, and presentations.
Ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and professional manner, both verbally and in writing, to engage stakeholders and ensure alignment.
GSD (UK) license will be an added advantage.
Skills Required
- Degree in Physical Science with a strong statistical and mathematical background, Apparel and Textiles Engineering, or National Diploma in Technology from a recognized institute
- 1–3 years of experience in a similar role within a production or manufacturing environment
- Ability to make effective decisions and resolve operational issues in a timely and practical manner
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to shared goals
- Ability to manage and guide team members to maintain productivity and workplace efficiency
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
- GSD UK license
MAS Holdings Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about MAS Holdings and has not been reviewed or approved by MAS Holdings.
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Healthcare Strength — Health-related insurance—including medical, illness, accident, and critical-illness coverage—together with mental-health resources forms a strong core of protection. These offerings create comprehensive coverage, even as specifics may vary by country and role.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Allowances for transport and communication, shuttles, free meals, gym access, and wellbeing resources provide practical day-to-day support. These features contribute to a rounded benefits experience beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Employer-supported childcare at some locations, lactation rooms, and maternity support indicate attention to family needs. These supports help certain employee groups balance work and caregiving.
MAS Holdings Insights
What We Do
MAS is an innovation driven company founded on a perfect blend of daring and visionary thinking. Focusing on fashion and lifestyle, we are one of Asia’s largest manufacturers of intimate apparel, sportswear, performance wear and swimwear and provide IT solutions to the apparel and footwear industry worldwide. MAS nurtures and drives a culture of excellence where over 114,000 global associates activate their full potential. Our identity, which goes beyond great products, is deeply embedded in community well-being and nurturing world-class teams.
