We are looking for a Senior Merchandiser to join our team, working on a hybrid basis from our Guntur office and from home. In this role you will be a key member of our Merchandising function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Merchandising, Assortment Planning and Excel to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
You will bring around 6 to 10 years of relevant experience and strong, practical knowledge of Merchandising, Assortment Planning and Excel. Just as important are clear communication, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with people across different teams and backgrounds. Experience leading projects, mentoring others and influencing decisions will set you up for success in this role.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Pratham Textiles is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Merchandiser at Pratham Textiles, you will play a central role within our Merchandising function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Define and improve processes, standards and ways of working across the team.
- Build alignment across stakeholders and resolve competing priorities constructively.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Support onboarding, knowledge-sharing and documentation so the wider team can learn, scale and succeed.
- Plan and manage your workload to balance quality, speed and competing demands.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
What we're looking for
6-10 years of professional experience in a Merchandiser or similar roleStrong working knowledge of Merchandising, Assortment Planning and Excel
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Pratham Textiles, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- earned, casual and sick leave in line with company policy, plus public holidays, because rest and time to recharge are essential to doing great, sustainable work.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- A home-office set-up allowance plus the laptop, equipment and tools you need to work comfortably and productively.
- Regular team lunches, celebrations, offsites and social events that make work more fun, human and connected.
- Flexible time-off arrangements and the trust to take the breaks you need, when you need them.
- A results-focused environment that values outcomes and impact over hours logged at a desk.
- Free snacks, beverages and regular catered meals to keep you fuelled through the day.
- Personal accident and term life insurance providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- A culture that actively encourages experimentation, stretch projects and learning from both wins and mistakes.
- Thoughtful welcome kits, branded swag and little extras that make you feel part of the team.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- A competitive salary that is reviewed regularly and benchmarked against the market to keep your pay fair and current.
- Recognition of personal milestones with celebration leave and thoughtful gestures.
- A flat, low-ego environment where good ideas can come from anyone and are acted upon.
- A dedicated annual learning and development budget you can spend on courses, books, certifications and conferences.
- Employee stock options (ESOPs), giving you a genuine stake in the company's growth and long-term success.
- Flexible working hours that let you do your best work while balancing your personal life and commitments.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
- Wellness initiatives throughout the year, from health talks and screenings to fitness challenges and mindfulness sessions.
- The chance to do meaningful, high-impact work alongside talented, friendly, humble and ambitious colleagues.
- Mental-health support including confidential counselling, an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing resources.
- Hybrid and remote-friendly working options, with the trust and autonomy to manage your own time and output.
Education
MBA / Bachelor's in Business Administration