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Associate Merchandising Director

Associate Merchandising Director

JNG (Official)Haryāna, Republic Of India, IN
1 day ago
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Company Description

JNitin Global (JNG) is a leading buying and sourcing agency from India, partnering with global retailers, e-commerce platforms, and catalogue brands since 1999. Headquartered in Gurgaon, India, JNG provides end-to-end sourcing solutions with a focus on ethical vendor practices, superior product quality, on-time shipments, and customized sourcing strategies. Specializing in categories such as home décor, furniture, fashion, textiles, and lifestyle goods, JNG stands out by aligning vendors to meet global standards and client needs. The company boasts a skilled team of experienced professionals and a people-first philosophy, contributing to its trusted reputation in the industry.

Job Description – Deputy Merchandising Manager (DMM)

Location : Gurgaon

Company : JNG

Category Focus : Sustainable Furniture, Textiles, Home Décor, Lighting & Ethical Crafts

About the Role

We are looking for a forward-thinking Deputy Merchandising Manager (DMM) to lead and grow our strategic business portfolio. This role requires a strong understanding of sustainable materials, ethical sourcing, craftsmanship, and premium home & lifestyle design with a global aesthetic.

Key Responsibilities1. Business & Client Management

  • Manage end-to-end merchandising with a sharp focus on sustainability-led categories.
  • Lead seasonal line building, catalogue planning, and opportunity mapping.
  • Drive commercial conversations, costing, target margins, and product competitiveness.

2. Product Development & Sustainability

  • Develop eco-friendly, handcrafted, and ethically sourced products—Furniture, Textiles, Home Décor, Lighting & Accessories.
  • Deep knowledge of materials such as FSC wood, recycled metals, natural fibres, organic cotton, vegan leather, handwoven textiles, etc.
  • Work closely with design teams, artisans, factories, and QC to ensure elevated UK-standard products.
  • 3. Operations & Project Ownership

  • Own T&A calendars, PD trackers, sample tracking, costing sheets, and packaging development.
  • Ensure on-time sample delivery, risk management, and transparent communication with buyers.
  • Strong knowledge of compliance, testing, packaging norms, and sustainability certifications.
  • 4. Digital-First, Modern Working Style

    We strongly prefer candidates who are fluent in :

  • Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Drive automation)
  • Project Management Tools (Asana, Trello, Monday, ClickUp, Notion, etc.)
  • AI Tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Midjourney for concepting, etc.)
  • Creative Tools (Canva, Figma, Miro)
  • Ability to build dashboards, trackers, presentation decks, and PD boards with speed & clarity.
  • Ideal Candidate

  • 10 plus years of merchandising experience with brands / retailers preferred.
  • Strong eye for design, storytelling, and handcrafted product detail.
  • Excellent communication, smart problem-solving & relationship management.
  • Curious, tech-savvy, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced global environment.
  • Why Join JNG?

  • Work directly with global buyers and purpose-driven brands
  • Be part of a next-gen sourcing organization using AI + Design + Sustainability
  • Opportunity to grow into a Category Lead role
  • Create real impact in India’s ethical, sustainable manufacturing ecosystem
  • How to Apply

    Send your CV + portfolio of past work to :

    hr @jnitin.Com

    Subject line : Application – DMM

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