Asst Merchandising Manager

ART INDIA; Jaipur; On-site; INR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

ART INDIA in Jaipur is seeking an Asst Merchandising Manager to support planning, selection, and presentation of handmade rugs and textiles on site. You will manage the merchandising team, drive business development within the existing portfolio, and coordinate with buyers, buying houses, and internal teams to deliver compelling assortments.

Candidates should have strong communication, analytical skills, and a good eye for product display.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service to interact with internal teams, buyers, and retail partners.
• Sales and assortment capabilities to support product selection and growth initiatives.
• Understanding merchandising principles, visual presentation, and product display best practices.
• Ability to analyze sales and inventory data, prepare reports, and make data-informed recommendations.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant education in business, merchandising, retail management, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing Merchandising team
• Business development within existing portfolio
• Strong Planning and order/sampling execution
• Communication with buyers and buying house.
• Inter-department coordination

Skills

Strong Communication

Customer Service

Sales & Assortment

Merchandising Principles

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

Business / Merchandising / Retail Management degree

Job description

Company Description

ART INDIA specializes in handmade traditional rugs and carpets crafted in India, blending heritage designs with high-quality materials and workmanship. The company is dedicated to preserving traditional weaving techniques while adapting patterns and collections to contemporary market preferences. ART INDIA focuses on delivering distinctive, artisanal products to domestic and international customers who value craftsmanship and cultural authenticity. Team members work closely with artisans, designers, and buyers to bring unique rug and carpet collections to market. The organization offers opportunities to contribute to a niche, design-led segment of the home décor and furnishings industry.

Role Description

The Asst Merchandising Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Jaipur, responsible for supporting the planning, selection, and presentation of handmade rugs and textiles.

• 1) Managing Merchandising team
• 2) Business development within existing portfolio
• 3) Strong Planning and order/sampling execution
• 4) Communication with buyers and buying house.
• 5) Inter-department coordination

Qualifications

• Strong Communication and Customer Service skills to interact effectively with internal teams, buyers, and retail partners.
• Sales and Assortment capabilities to support product selection, category planning, and sales growth initiatives.
• Basic understanding of merchandising principles, visual presentation, and product display best practices.
• Ability to analyze sales and inventory data, prepare reports, and make data-informed recommendations.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant education in business, merchandising, retail management, or a related field is preferred.