Art India (Jaipur)

JOB POSTING Position: PD Merchandiser – Home Textiles (Export Manufacturing) We are looking for a high-ownership PD Merchandiser with 2–3 years of experience in export home textiles manufacturing . The role demands strong follow-ups, ERP discipline, and strict control on PD timelines across handmade rugs, carpets, bath, bedding, cushions, pillows, furniture, and décor. Key Expectations: - On-time PD releases - Strong buyer & internal coordination - ERP-based working - Aggressive follow-ups & documentation discipline Experience: 2–3 years | Export house / factory background mandatory JOB DESCRIPTION (JD)PD Merchandiser – Home Textiles Manufacturing (Export) Categories Covered: Handmade Rugs, Carpets, Bath, Bedding, Cushions, Pillows, Furniture & Decorative Home Furnishings Department: Product Development / Merchandising Reporting To: Merchandising Manager / Head – Merchandising Experience Required: 2–3 Years (Export Manufacturing Mandatory) Location: [Sitapura Industrial Area, Jaipur] ROLE PURPOSE (PERFORMANCE-DRIVEN) The PD Merchandiser is a critical execution role responsible for driving time-bound, commercially viable, and production-ready product development . The role demands strong ownership, aggressive follow-ups, ERP discipline, and zero tolerance for missed PD timelines . This position directly impacts buyer confidence, development hit-rate, and bulk conversion . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Product Development & Sampling (Core Ownership) · Handle end-to-end product development across handmade rugs & carpets, bath, bedding, cushions, pillows, furniture & home décor. · Interpret buyer briefs into clear, actionable PD instructions covering construction, materials, finish, costing intent, and timelines. · Coordinate sampling, re-sampling, and revisions , R&D without delays. · Ensure all developments are production-feasible , cost-aligned, and scalable. 2. PD Release & Timeline Control (NON-NEGOTIABLE) · Drive on-time PD release post approvals; no development to remain open-ended. · Maintain strict PD TNA discipline and close all pending points before release. · Proactively escalate risks related to material, process, cost, or timelines. 3. Buyer Communication & Aggressive Follow-ups · Handle clear, professional, and prompt email communication with buyers. · Follow up aggressively with design, sampling, sourcing, QA, and vendors . · Share structured updates , approvals status, and next actions. 4. ERP & Documentation Discipline (MANDATORY / TRAINING) · Enter and update all PD activities in ERP in real time. · No PD activity to be executed outside ERP or without documentation. 5. Costing & Commercial Alignment · Coordinate development costing with R&D team. · Highlight cost risks early and suggest value engineering options . · Ensure PDs are aligned to buyer target prices and margins. 6. Quality, Compliance & Handmade Sensitivity · Ensure PD samples meet quality standards, construction specs, and tolerance levels . · Understand handmade variability and communicate realistic call-outs. · Align PDs with testing, compliance, and durability requirements . 7. Cross-Functional Coordination · Work closely with PPC, QA, Production, Sampling, and Vendors . · Maintain PD trackers , follow escalation matrix, and ensure closure. PERFORMANCE KPIs (STRICTLY TRACKED) · On-time PD release % (Target ≥ 95%) · Sampling turnaround time adherence · Buyer feedback on communication & responsiveness · ERP accuracy & real-time updates · Development-to-bulk conversion ratio NON-NEGOTIABLE EXPECTATIONS · No missed PD timelines without prior escalation · No undocumented developments · No delayed follow-ups · Ownership until PD closure REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE · 2–3 years of PD / Merchandising experience in export home textiles manufacturing . · Strong exposure to handmade rugs, carpets, bath, bedding, cushions, pillows, or furniture . · ERP savvy with hands-on PD module usage. (Training will be facilitated otherwise) · Strong communication skills. · Excellent written communication & follow-up skills. · Strong planning, prioritization, and pressure-handling ability. INTERVIEW EVALUATION POINTS · Understanding of PD process & timelines · Experience with handmade / rugs / bath / bedding · ERP knowledge & documentation discipline · Follow-up approach & escalation handling · Buyer email drafting & communication clarity · Problem-solving during PD stage PD MERCHANDISER SOP (MAPPED TO JD) 1. Receive buyer brief → log in ERP within same day 2. Share PD requirements with design & sampling 3. Fix PD timelines & update tracker 4. Daily follow-ups with stakeholders 5. Update ERP with every movement 6. Share samples & chase approvals 7. Close comments → release PD 8. Escalate delays as per matrix Deviation from SOP requires Merchandising Manager approval.