Merchandiser

Hiring for Merchandiser - Handicrafts & Hard Goods

About the Role

We are hiring a Merchandiser with expertise in handicrafts and hard goods made from metal, wood, marble, felt, ceramic, and lakh. The role involves managing home décor, kitchenware, tabletop, and seasonal products (Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s, Fall) for international buyers. You will handle the complete merchandising cycle, from product development and costing to production follow-ups and final shipments cycles for international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the link between buyers and internal teams (design, production, quality).
• Manage product development, sampling, costing, and order execution.
• Coordinate with design teams to develop new products based on trends and buyer requirements.
• Handle buyer communication, feedback, and approvals.
• Negotiate costs, prepare costing sheets, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Follow up on production, packaging, dispatch, and quality control.
• Maintain records of samples, orders, and shipment schedules.
• Research trends and competitor products to suggest new designs.
• Manage supplier coordination for raw materials, packaging, and accessories.

Requirements

• Graduate/Postgraduate in Merchandising, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience as a Merchandiser in an export house (handicrafts/hard goods preferred).
• Strong knowledge of materials: metal, wood, marble, felt, ceramic, lakh.
• Excellent communication, costing, and buyer-handling skills.
• Ability to manage multiple orders and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Leave encashment

Application Question(s):

• What is your current and expected salary

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Merchandising: 3 years (Preferred)
• production: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person