Job Title Design Consultant, Pepperfry Modular

Function Modular

Education B. Arch or 3 / 4-year Full-time diploma in Interior Design from reputed institutes Experience Min. 3 years Location Multiple

locations – Delhi

Working Days 5 days (Weekend will be working)

 

Company Overview

 

Pepperfry (www.pepperfry.com) was launched in January 2012 and has since changed the way Indians shop for their homes. Co-founded by eBay colleagues Ambareesh Murty and Ashish Shah, Pepperfry has the support of marquee investors like Goldman Sachs, Norwest Venture Partners, Bertelsmann Investments, Zodius Capital, State Street Global Advisors and Pidilite (the makers of Fevicol). Over the years, Pepperfry has built strong differentiation across various aspects of the Furniture and Home Products value chain. Pepperfry is an inventory light managed marketplace with high margin private labels and its own factory to house big box supply chains. Pepperfry’s unique omnichannel approach, category leading top of mind brand recall and a 50%+ share of the online category traffic have helped it become the starting point for furniture purchases in India.

 

Job Description The design consultant is a key position in the studio – someone who will effectively interact with customers to understand their space requirements and translate it to reality through design. The designer should have a deep understanding of design, ergonomics, materials & costing - someone who will handle a project from start to finish.

 

Role Responsibilities ▪ Interact with customers to understand their design requirements in detail. Work closely with the sales team to convert potential leads to happy customers. ▪ Be in-charge of the customer’s project from start to finish, which includes preparing 2D-3D designs, presentations, BOQ and quotes, getting the material selection done with customers. ▪ Provide appropriate design consultation and inform customers about the processes & terms followed at Pepperfry. ▪ Provide regular updates to the customers as well as to the management on project status & progress. ▪ Collaborate with merchant and fulfilment teams to ensure all project delivery timelines are followed and we deliver excellent customer experience.

 

Desired Skills and Competencies ▪ Experience in independently handling interior design projects. ▪ Through knowledge and understanding of factory-made modular furniture (Kitchens, wardrobes, and other storage units) ▪ Ability to translate customer’s requirements to design in 2D & 3D using CAD software (Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp) ▪ Knowledge of Engineered wood materials, wood finishes & hardware used in modular kitchens & wardrobes. ▪ Understanding of costing for modular furniture and ability to read & understand production drawings, BOQs & Cut lists etc. ▪ Excellent communication and presentation skills

 

Associated Behaviors ▪ Process oriented & methodical - to be able to understand and follow processes laid down by the company for successful completion of projects. ▪ Attention to detail and accuracy in drawings, calculations. ▪ Understand current design and style trends in interior design. ▪ Proactive behavior – take charge of the projects till they are fully completed. ▪ Extreme customer centric behavior, a good listener. ▪ Effective verbal & written communication