Overview
Jaipur Rugs is a social enterprise that connects rural craftsmanship with global markets through its handmade carpets. It is a family-run business with an exclusive range of hand-knotted and hand-woven rugs, produced using traditional art forms.
The founder established a model that provides livelihood to artisans at their doorstep, reducing reliance on intermediaries. The company works with over 40,000 artisans across 600 rural Indian villages in five states, with an end-to-end value chain from sourcing wool to exporting finished rugs. The organization’s products are exported to more than 45 countries, with Jaipur Living, Inc. (US sales arm) based in Atlanta, Georgia.
Responsibilities
- Handle projects and business development through Interior Designers & Architects (IDA), retailers, and collaborators
- Generate and achieve sales targets
- Manage key accounts and collaborations
- Plan and execute event management and marketing activities
- Site mapping and coordination with the Head Office for orders in the pipeline
- Demonstrate empathy and genuine care for the weaver base, aligning with Jaipur Rugs’ philosophy
Qualifications
- Minimum Master’s/Post-graduate degree with expertise in Marketing and Sales
- Minimum 3 years of experience in sales and client relationship building
- Interior design exposure is an add-on
- Energetic, go-getter, willing to learn and presentable
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Valuable track record and self-motivated
- Understanding of basic CAD drawings and layouts
Desired Background
- Belief in and embodiment of the organization’s values and culture in day-to-day interactions with customers
Compensation
Salary and other perks aligned with the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. No constraint for the right and deserving candidate.
Notes
This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the role of Business Development/Strategic Partnerships Manager within Jaipur Rugs. All other postings and extraneous content have been removed for clarity.
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📌 Business Development Manager
🏢 Jaipur Rugs
📍 Melbourne