Job Description – Production Merchandiser
Company Description
At Crane, we believe in Design for Better Living. We offer a thoughtfully curated range of baby nursery products, premium bedding for adults, and home appliances such as humidifiers and air purifiers—trusted by doctors and sleep experts to support better breathing, improved sleep, and overall wellness.
Crane baby nursery collection features bedding, blankets, and décor crafted with care and attention to detail, designed to feel as special as the little ones who use them.
Crane home products blend efficiency, functionality, and style, with a variety of colours and designs to suit diverse customer preferences. Crane Home also delivers luxury essentials inspired by travel and comfort, including premium sheets, duvets, pillowcases, quilts, and blankets.
Job Summary
Crane USA is looking for an experienced Production Merchandiser to join our team at Noida (on-site). The candidate will be responsible for coordinating production activities, managing suppliers, and supporting the product development cycle while ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and smooth cross-functional coordination.
Key roles and responsibilities:
- Manage the complete order lifecycle, from order confirmation through production, inspection, and final shipment execution.
- Coordinate with factories and vendors for production planning, capacity alignment, and execution in line with approved timelines.
- Ensure strict adherence to Time & Action (T&A) plans and committed delivery schedules.
- Act as the primary point of contact for the US team on all production-related communication and updates.
- Maintain and update daily production trackers, including order status, approvals, and progress reports.
- Monitor product quality across all stages of production to ensure compliance with approved specifications.
- Coordinate inline and final inspections with QA/QC teams and ensure closure of inspection observations.
- Manage product testing processes, including coordination with labs and ensuring compliance with testing standards.
- Follow up with vendors for timely raw material sourcing, production readiness, and line planning.
- Proactively identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks and delays.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including order files, T&A calendars, and production tracking systems.
- Coordinate with logistics teams for shipment planning, container booking, and execution.
- Develop and optimize container load plans to ensure efficient space utilization and cost-effective shipments.
- Verify and prepare production invoices, ensuring accuracy in quantities, pricing, and shipment details and should also maintain production file for each shipment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Textile Management, Merchandising, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in production, merchandising, product development, or sourcing within the textile industry.
- Strong knowledge of soft furnishings and hard goods.
- Hands-on understanding of textile manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality standards.
- Experience in inventory management, costing, and supplier coordination.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work with cross-functional.
Location
Sector 142, Noida
Contact Details
Email: [Confidential Information]