Merchandiser

Position Overview

This role is centred around end-to-end sourcing, vendor management, and product R&D.
You’ll be responsible for identifying the right suppliers, developing high-quality and cost-effective products, and ensuring smooth coordination from sampling to production. You will play a key role in discovering new materials, understanding market needs, and transforming ideas into ready-to-launch lifestyle products.

Key Responsibilities

• Source materials, manufacturers, and vendors across lifestyle categories
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Negotiate pricing, MOQs, lead times, and quality expectations
• Conduct product R&D: materials research, prototype development, and sample evaluation
• Coordinate sampling, testing, and product refinement
• Maintain production timelines and ensure quality standards
• Identify new product opportunities by researching trends and market gaps
• Work closely with design, marketing, and operations teams for product rollout

Key Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in merchandising, sourcing, or product development
• Strong knowledge of vendor ecosystems (local + international preferred)
• Understanding of production processes, materials, and costing
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good analytical ability to evaluate samples, quality, and pricing
• Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced startup environment
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail

What We Offer

• High ownership role with real impact
• Opportunity to build unique lifestyle products from scratch
• Supportive and creative startup culture
• Competitive salary + performance-linked increment

How to Apply

Send your resume + portfolio (if any) to aman@waywen.in
Subject: Application – Merchandiser

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person