Senior Designer

Natraj Home Furnishings; Sonipat; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Natraj Home Furnishings in Sonipat seeks a Senior Designer to lead the design and development of home furnishing collections in line with our sustainable and artisanal ethos.

You will conceptualize, create mood boards, select materials, and collaborate with artisans and production teams to translate concepts into high-quality products, while mentoring junior designers and enhancing design workflows.

Qualifications

• Strong product and textile design skills for home furnishings, including concept development, pattern creation, and color/material selection.
• Proficiency in design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, CAD) and ability to create detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of sustainable and ethical design practices, including knowledge of organic materials, eco-friendly processes, and craft-based production.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with artisans, production teams, and cross-functional partners to bring designs to market.
• Excellent visual communication and presentation skills, with a keen eye for aesthetics, usability, and market trends in home décor and furnishings.
• Proven experience in a senior or lead design role, ideally within home furnishings, lifestyle, or fashion-related industries.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with capacity to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Relevant degree or diploma in Design, Textile Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Experience working with craft clusters or artisan communities and an interest in cultural heritage and traditional techniques is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of home furnishing collections aligned with Natraj’s artisanal brand ethos.
• Develop mood boards and design directions for collections and product lines.
• Select materials and finishes and translate concepts into manufacturable products.
• Oversee design standards, review prototypes, and provide detailed feedback.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to process improvements in design workflows and documentation.

Skills

Product design

Textile design

Sustainable design

Collaboration

Visual communication

Industry experience

Time management

Design mentorship

Craft/community knowledge

Education

Design degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD

Job description

Company Description

Natraj Home Furnishings is one of India’s leading platforms for organic home products created through traditional, hand-based techniques and skills. Based in Delhi, the company employs more than 700 team members who share a commitment to sustainability, social cohesion, and equal opportunity. Natraj focuses on ethical, environmentally responsible production in response to rapid development and changing global needs. The brand’s mission is to celebrate and grow India’s cultural beauty through craftsmanship and artisanal practices, while uplifting the quality of life of local communities. Team members join a values-driven organization that blends design, sustainability, and social impact.

Role Description

The Senior Designer is a full-time, on-site role based in Sonipat, responsible for leading the design and development of home furnishing collections aligned with Natraj’s sustainable and artisanal brand ethos. Day-to-day responsibilities include conceptualizing and creating product designs, developing mood boards and design directions, selecting materials and finishes, and collaborating with artisans and production teams to translate concepts into high-quality, manufacturable products. The role involves overseeing design standards, reviewing prototypes, providing detailed feedback, and ensuring consistency in aesthetics and functionality across product lines. The Senior Designer will partner with merchandising, sourcing, and marketing teams to align design with market trends, customer preferences, and brand positioning. This role may also include mentoring junior designers and contributing to process improvements in design workflows and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong product and textile design skills with experience in home furnishings, including concept development, pattern creation, and color/material selection.
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, CAD or relevant design software) and ability to create detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of sustainable and ethical design practices, including knowledge of organic materials, eco-friendly processes, and craft-based production.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with artisans, production teams, and cross-functional partners to bring designs to market.
• Excellent visual communication and presentation skills, with a keen eye for aesthetics, usability, and market trends in home décor and furnishings.
• Proven experience in a senior or lead design role, ideally within home furnishings, lifestyle, or fashion-related industries.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with capacity to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Relevant degree or diploma in Design, Textile Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Experience working with craft clusters or artisan communities and an interest in cultural heritage and traditional techniques is highly beneficial.