About Jaipur Rugs :
Jaipur Rugs is one of India's leading manufacturers and exporters of hand-knotted rugs and home furnishings. With a deep-rooted focus on artisan empowerment, sustainability, and global design thinking, the company is a pioneer in bridging traditional craftsmanship with modern luxury aesthetics.
Position Summary : We are looking for a passionate and detail-driven Merchandiser – Custom Manager to manage and lead our custom order lifecycle, from client brief to delivery. The ideal candidate will be a B.FTech graduate from NIFT, with 4–5 years of experience in merchandising, ideally with exposure to custom / bespoke products, textiles, or luxury design.
This is a cross-functional role that requires close collaboration with designers, production teams, artisans, and global clients to deliver high-end, customized rugs and textile products that meet aesthetic, technical, and delivery specifications.
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage end-to-end execution of custom and bespoke rug orders, including design interpretation, sampling, costing, production timelines, and final delivery.
- Coordinate with clients, designers, and internal design teams to understand specifications, material preferences, color palettes, and technical requirements.
- Translate client briefs into actionable production plans by working closely with weaving clusters, dyeing units, and artisans.
- Develop and maintain custom order trackers, T&A (Time & Action) calendars, and internal coordination sheets to ensure timely delivery.
- Conduct feasibility analysis for custom requirements (e.g., technique, size, color limitations, material selection).
- Ensure strict adherence to quality and compliance standards for all custom products.
- Support costing and pricing strategies, balancing product value with profitability.
- Work closely with the sales, marketing, and export teams to provide updates, sample approvals, and production status.
- Provide post-delivery feedback and continuous improvement insights for process optimization.
Key Qualifications & Skills :
B.FTech from NIFT (mandatory)4–5 years of relevant experience in merchandising, preferably in home furnishings, textiles, or bespoke fashion / luxury sectorStrong knowledge of textile techniques, materials, dyeing processes, and hand-crafted production methodsExcellent understanding of custom order workflows – from client brief to production to deliveryStrong communication and coordination skills with fluency in both English and HindiProficiency in MS Excel, Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop, and PLM or order management systemsEye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a customer-first mindsetAbility to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyPreferred Attributes :
Exposure to global clients or export marketsExperience working with artisan-based production or luxury / customized product environmentsInterest in sustainable and ethical production processes