Job Description

Who we are

India Ink was born from a love of textiles and the magic of Indian craftsmanship. What began as a search through Jaipur's markets for hand-block-printed linens and vintage kanthas has grown into a much-loved homeware brand based in Cape Town.

We work closely with artisans across India to bring hand-stitched, block-printed, and embroidered pieces to life - each one thoughtfully made and rich in story. Our collections are a celebration of colour, craft, and the beauty of the handmade.

Who we are looking for

India Ink has an exciting opportunity for someone with a creative eye and deep appreciation for the finer points of design, strong organizational skills, and a keen attention to detail to join our Creative Team as an Assistant to the Creative Director.

In this pivotal role, you'll support the Creative Director across a wide range of tasks--from finalising local and import product selections to assisting in the development of new products. You'll also help out at photoshoots alongside our in-house photographer, and be trained to take your own product shots behind the lens.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of quiet, focused work that demands precision, as well as collaborative projects involving other departments.

What you will do

Create- and maintain all SKUs throughout their lifecycle Create and maintain Buy Plans Create Purchase Orders and liaise with Production regarding shipping updates and potential updates to Purchase Orders Assist with creation of Development Packs for suppliers Provide Management with margin- and sales reports weekly Manage price changes for all channels, including liaising with the Stock Team to update all price stickers in the business Manage artwork, printing and logistics of in-store price menu cards Shoot, edit and file photos of all new products, including lifestyle images as is needed Upload all new products to Shopify, making sure that all product page requirements are met Conduct regular Shopify collection checks and correct any errors and/or make product page improvements where needed Assist with Social Media planning and provide Marketing with creative material Collaborate with the Stock Team to prepare products for photoshoots and offer logistics support Contribute to various and ad hoc tasks during photoshoots Manage the administration of promotions and markdowns Manage pricing on the system after sales Collaborate with the Stock Team to prepare for any events and/or seasonal launches Keep internal files and product documentation up to date and well organised for cross-team use

The skills and attributes you would display

Strong time management, organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines by prioritising and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment Enjoy working with people to resolve problems with a focus on finding workable solutions within often tight deadlines Effective communicator across teams and departments Highly organised, numerate, and have exceptional attention to detail Have high energy levels and a positive attitude A strong visual sensibility and appreciation for beautiful product, design, and storytelling A proactive and curious mindset - keen to learn, improve, and contribute to the growth of the business

Your qualifications and experience

A relevant diploma or degree in retail buying, commerce, supply chain or a related field At least 3 years' experience in a buying administration, procurement support or similar creative role, ideally within a retail, lifestyle or homeware environment Excellent Excel skills and knowledge of the Google Suite Experience using software for merchandising and inventory management Familiarity with photography shoot preparations and production support is highly advantageous Strong affiliation to systems and utilising them to increase productivity Experience using tools such as Shopify, Lightroom, Illustrator and Indesign

Other

A personal laptop is required A Drivers License and own transport is advantageous

Our Values

We are Resilient*
We practice Excellence*
We are Collaborative*
We are Customer Obsessed*
We are Passionate*

What now?

If the above excites you, please send your CV to jana.groustra@indiaink.co.za and answer these two questions:

If we gave you a new product to launch - from photography to website upload to price sticker; what part of the process would excite you most and why? Did you ever make an improvement in a workplace or even in a student environment, whether through a system, a space, or a process? If yes, please tell us about it.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Language:

English (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/08/15
Expected Start Date: 2025/09/01