Senior Merchandiser- Designer Relations & Business Development

Warehouse By Mudita; New Delhi; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Warehouse by Mudita in New Delhi is seeking a proactive Junior Merchandiser to support designer relationship management, merchandising operations, and event coordination across multiple verticals. You will assist with inventory tracking, product details, and reporting while coordinating with designers, internal teams, venues, and external partners.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a good understanding of luxury fashion and designer retail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fashion merchandising, retail management, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in fashion merchandising or luxury retail.
• Understanding of designer fashion, luxury brands, and exhibition operations.

Responsibilities

• Designer Relationship Management: coordinate with designers, manage collections, participation and event requirements.
• Event Planning & Execution: assist exhibitions, designer showcases, and related events; track timelines and deliverables.
• Payments & Commercial Coordination: maintain designer payment records and follow up on outstanding dues.
• GPW vertical & Onboarding: assist outreach, onboarding, and documentation for designers.
• Market Research & Competitor Analysis: track trends and opportunities for partnerships.
• Content, Website & Inventory Coordination: collect product data for website updates and inventory tracking.

Skills

Designer coordination

Vendor coordination

Inventory tracking

Event planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Warehouse by Mudita | New Delhi | Full-Time

About Warehouse by Mudita

Warehouse by Mudita is a luxury multi-designer fashion and lifestyle platform, bringing together established and emerging designers through curated exhibitions, exclusive collaborations, and innovative retail experiences. With a strong presence across India, Warehouse continues to expand its designer network, event portfolio, and business verticals.

Experience: 2–3 Years

Industry: Luxury Fashion, Designer Retail & Exhibitions

Role Overview

Warehouse by Mudita is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially aware Junior Merchandiser to support designer relationship management, merchandising operations, event coordination, inventory tracking, and business development activities across multiple business verticals.

The role involves coordinating with designers, internal teams, venues, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of exhibitions, GPW (Get Powered by Warehouse) activities, jewellery initiatives, and other merchandising requirements.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication and coordination skills, an understanding of the designer fashion and luxury retail ecosystem, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while ensuring timely follow-ups, accurate reporting, and efficient execution.

Key Responsiblity Area (KRA'S)

• Designer Relationship Management
• Coordinate with existing and prospective designers regarding collections, participation, product details, and event requirements.
• Maintain regular communication and follow up on pending deliverables, confirmations, and inventory requirements.
• Assist in maintaining a database of designers, including contact details, collections, categories, and participation history.
• Understand designer requirements and coordinate with the Senior Merchandiser to address queries and concerns.
• Build positive working relationships with designers to support long-term engagement.
• Event Planning & Execution
• Assist in planning and coordinating exhibitions, designer showcases, and other company events.
• Follow up with designers for participation confirmations, collection details, product images, and other event-related requirements.
• Maintain event trackers covering timelines, designer confirmations, inventory readiness, and pending deliverables.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely completion of merchandising and operational tasks.
• Support on-ground event execution and resolve routine coordination issues in consultation with the Senior Merchandiser.
• Payments & Commercial Coordination
• Maintain records of designer payments, commissions, outstanding dues, and other commercial commitments.
• Follow up with designers regarding pending payments and coordinate with the Accounts team for reconciliation.
• Update payment trackers and share regular status reports with the Senior Merchandiser.
• Assist in collecting sales and revenue data for exhibitions and other business activities.
• Identify and escalat payment discrepancies or delays for timely resolution.
• GPW Vertical & Designer Onboarding
• Research potential designers and brands suitable for the GPW vertical.
• Assist with designer outreach, introductory communication, follow-ups, and onboarding documentation.
• Collect and organize designer portfolios, product details, pricing, images, and collection information.
• Maintain an updated pipeline of prospective designers and track onboarding progress.
• Support the Senior Merchandiser in monitoring designer participation and engagement.
  
• Market Research & Competitor Analysis
• Research emerging designers, fashion trends, new collections, and relevant luxury retail developments.
• Track competitor exhibitions, designer collaborations, and merchandising activities.
• Identify potential designers, brands, and collaboration opportunities for internal review.
• Prepare basic research reports and maintain competitor and market intelligence trackers.
• Share relevant market insights and new opportunities with the Senior Merchandiser.
• Content, Website & Inventory Cooridination
• Coordinate with designers and internal teams to collect product descriptions, pricing, images, and availability details for website updates.
• Ensure product information is accurate and submitted within agreed timelines.
• Maintain inventory trackers covering product movement, availability, dispatches, and returns.
• Coordinate periodic inventory checks and report discrepancies.
• Assist in ensuring merchandise is properly documented and available for events, shoots, and campaigns.
  
• Business Development Support
• Assist in identifying potential designers, brands, and business partnerships across existing verticals.
• Support outreach activities and maintain records of prospective business opportunities.
• Coordinate with the Senior Merchandiser on designer meetings, follow-ups, and business proposals.
• Compile relevant data on designer participation, event performance, and business opportunities.
• Track the progress of assigned business development activities and share periodic updates.
  
• Tier 2 City & Venue Research
• Research potential Tier 2 cities for future Warehouse exhibitions and expansion.
• Identify suitable hotels, venues, event spaces, and local business opportunities.
• Collect venue details, including rental costs, capacity, location, availability, and facilities.
• Coordinate with venue representatives to obtain proposals and preliminary commercial information.
• Prepare comparative venue trackers and research summaries for review by the Senior Merchandiser.
  
• Jewellery Vertical & MBO Coordination
• Research jewellery designers, brands, and potential Multi-Brand Outlet (MBO) partners.
• Assist with initial outreach, follow-ups, and collection of brand information.
• Maintain databases of jewellery brands and prospective MBO partners.
• Coordinate product details, pricing, inventory information, and onboarding requirements.
• Support the Senior Merchandiser in tracking partnership progress and business opportunities.
  
• Shoot, Outfit & Influencer Coordination
• Coordinate with designers for outfit and product requirements for shoots, events, and influencer collaborations.
• Manage outfit selection, availability confirmation, dispatch, pickup, and return schedules.
• Liaise with influencers, stylists, photographers, and internal teams to ensure timely coordination.
• Maintain an accurate tracker of outfits, dispatch details, and return status.
• Ensure all borrowed merchandise is returned to designers within agreed timelines and report any discrepancies promptly.
  
• Designer Meetings & Reporting
• Assist in scheduling designer meetings and preparing relevant portfolios, collection details, and meeting notes.
• Maintain records of discussions, action items, follow-ups, and onboarding status.
• Support the Senior Merchandiser in building and updating the designer acquisition pipeline.
• Prepare regular reports on designer outreach, participation, payments, inventory, and pending deliverables.
• Ensure all assigned tasks are completed within agreed timelines and communicate delays proactively.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Management, Merchandising, Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in fashion merchandising, designer coordination, luxury retail, exhibitions, or a related industry.
• Basic understanding of designer fashion, luxury brands, retail merchandising, and exhibition operations.
• Experience in designer communication, vendor coordination, inventory tracking, or event support.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up discipline.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Google Sheets, and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, responsible, and solution-oriented approach.
• Willingness to travel for exhibitions, designer meetings, and business requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance will be evaluated based on the following measurable outcomes:

• Timely designer follow-ups, confirmations, and coordination.
• Accuracy and regular updating of designer databases and business trackers.
• Timely collection and submission of event-related deliverables.
• Accuracy of payment records and effectiveness of payment follow-ups.
• Number of relevant designer leads researched and supported for onboarding.
• Timely and accurate inventory tracking, website updates, and product information coordination.
• Successful coordination of outfits, shoots, influencer requirements, and merchandise returns.
• Quality and timeliness of market research, competitor analysis, and venue research.
• Timely completion of assigned tasks and adherence to event deadlines.
• Responsiveness, coordination efficiency, and overall support to the Senior Merchandiser and merchandising team.