Syed Saqib Iqtidar Hussain is an accomplished Surface Pattern Designer and Product Development specialist with over 15 years of experience in textile design, trend forecasting, and R&D leadership. Currently serving as Sr. Manager CAD CAM at Ismail Anzuman Ara Fabrics Ltd., he leads multidisciplinary teams to develop season-driven concepts, innovative fabrications, and market-responsive products for global buyers. Previously, at Zaber and Zubair Fabrics Ltd., Saqib played a pivotal role in elevating design selection rates from 10% to 70%, introducing sustainable fabric blends, and strengthening buyer engagement at international exhibitions such as Heimtextil. His ability to translate trend research into commercially successful collections has consistently delivered measurable results, including recurring in-house concept productions for major international retailers. Earlier in his career at Yunus Textiles Ltd., he managed R&D for key accounts including Target (US), contributing award-winning developments and best-selling seasonal products. His designs have received recognition from sourcing and design teams, and he was honored as “Employee of the Quarter” for his performance and leadership. With a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Textile Design Technology from the Textile Institute of Pakistan, Saqib combines artistic expertise in digital prints, weaving, and surface development with strong technical command over fabrication processes, print techniques, and CAD systems. His work bridges creativity and commercial viability, ensuring trend-forward, production-friendly, and cost-effective textile solutions for global markets.

SYED SAQIB IQTIDAR HUSSAIN

Syed Saqib Iqtidar Hussain is an accomplished Surface Pattern Designer and Product Development specialist with over 15 years of experience in textile design, trend forecasting, and R&D leadership. Currently serving as Sr. Manager CAD CAM at Ismail Anzuman Ara Fabrics Ltd., he leads multidisciplinary teams to develop season-driven concepts, innovative fabrications, and market-responsive products for global buyers. Previously, at Zaber and Zubair Fabrics Ltd., Saqib played a pivotal role in elevating design selection rates from 10% to 70%, introducing sustainable fabric blends, and strengthening buyer engagement at international exhibitions such as Heimtextil. His ability to translate trend research into commercially successful collections has consistently delivered measurable results, including recurring in-house concept productions for major international retailers. Earlier in his career at Yunus Textiles Ltd., he managed R&D for key accounts including Target (US), contributing award-winning developments and best-selling seasonal products. His designs have received recognition from sourcing and design teams, and he was honored as “Employee of the Quarter” for his performance and leadership. With a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Textile Design Technology from the Textile Institute of Pakistan, Saqib combines artistic expertise in digital prints, weaving, and surface development with strong technical command over fabrication processes, print techniques, and CAD systems. His work bridges creativity and commercial viability, ensuring trend-forward, production-friendly, and cost-effective textile solutions for global markets.

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Syed Saqib Iqtidar Hussain is an accomplished Surface Pattern Designer and Product Development specialist with over 15 years of experience in textile design, trend forecasting, and R&D leadership. Currently serving as Sr. Manager CAD CAM at Ismail Anzuman Ara Fabrics Ltd., he leads multidisciplinary teams to develop season-driven concepts, innovative fabrications, and market-responsive products for global buyers.

Previously, at Zaber and Zubair Fabrics Ltd., Saqib played a pivotal role in elevating design selection rates from 10% to 70%, introducing sustainable fabric blends, and strengthening buyer engagement at international exhibitions such as Heimtextil. His ability to translate trend research into commercially successful collections has consistently delivered measurable results, including recurring in-house concept productions for major international retailers.

Earlier in his career at Yunus Textiles Ltd., he managed R&D for key accounts including Target (US), contributing award-winning developments and best-selling seasonal products. His designs have received recognition from sourcing and design teams, and he was honored as “Employee of the Quarter” for his performance and leadership.

With a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Textile Design Technology from the Textile Institute of Pakistan, Saqib combines artistic expertise in digital prints, weaving, and surface development with strong technical command over fabrication processes, print techniques, and CAD systems. His work bridges creativity and commercial viability, ensuring trend-forward, production-friendly, and cost-effective textile solutions for global markets.

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Work Experience

Sr. Manager CAD CAM at Ismail Anzuman Ara Fabrics Ltd.
August 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Led the R&D CAD/CAM team (Textile Print Designers, Product Designer, Market Analyzer, Separationist) to develop seasonal fashion trends; conducted market research (WGSN); created in-house fashion trends; prepared market analysis reports; developed new fabrics with weaving specialists; styled woven/printed fabrics with new techniques; produced technical drawings; ensured production-friendly and cost-effective specs; provided alternate product options to customers; reviewed sample quality and specs; handed over production-ready documentation; pre-reviewed production seal samples; prepared samples for exhibitions (e.g., Heimtextil); advised on packaging and display concepts.
Manager CAD CAM at Zaber and Zubair Fabrics Ltd.
June 20, 2019 - June 1, 2025
Led R&D team to develop seasonal fashion trends; created prints, graphics, and painted artworks; forwarded selected designs to sampling with complete specifications; followed sampling through final strike-off and review; developed new fabrics with weaving specialists; styled fabrics per trends; produced technical drawings; briefed sampling department; modified drawings for production efficiency; provided alternate product options to reduce cost; reviewed samples and coordinated with buyers; prepared Heimtextil stand concepts and packaging/display ideas.
Assistant Manager Design Studio at Yunus Textiles Ltd.
July 1, 2009 - June 1, 2019
Handled R&D for Target (US); conducted trend research via WGSN, Internet, and Com-shop; maintained correspondence with buyers/designers; developed Design Specification Packages; coordinated with departments for sample production and cost management; reviewed strike-offs and separation; maintained submissions records; provided weekly sampling status updates; conducted SWOT analyses; supported UK market Design/Creative teams; facilitated transition of approved developments to marketing.
Textile Designer at JUNAID JAMSHED
August 1, 2008 - May 1, 2009
Designed women’s apparel using weaving, printing, block printing, embroidery and tie-dye; designed ethnic wear for men; created 3-piece lawn prints for SS10.

Education

B. Sc. (Hons.) Textile Design Technology at Textile Institute of Pakistan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
HSC Pre -Engineering at National Govt. College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
SSC at Happy Home School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Other