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About the organization:MAISON D'AURAINE is a conglomerate with a portfolio of premium brands in hair, beauty, and personal care. We started our journey in 2014 by partnering and launching "Gkhair" in India, and over the course of the last 10 years, we have cemented our position as the leader in this category, servicing 15000 salons across 300 cities of India. Gkhair, pH, & Keune are our three primary brands today, but we are launching many more exciting products and brands thisyear. The company's detailed logistics footprint, automated business practices, round-the-clock service support, innovative marketing strategies, and in-depth research have helped it establish a leadership position in the industry. MAISON D'AURAINE strives to nurture hair and skin care business experts in the country by providing world-class education and services in collaboration with global trendsetters and artists.The company has also set up its own state-of-the-art R&D & manufacturing facility in Gurgaon, India, which focuses on innovating science behind beauty and curating homegrown brands coming out of India for global markets. Sustainability & clean beauty are the key principles driving innovation & development of new brands in the organization. The group also has a flourishing tech arm called "ALT tech," where the dynamic & talented team of engineers & product owners is developing new-age websites, digital commerce-focused marketplaces, Android and iOS apps, ERP & CRM solutions for Beauty & other industries.Join us today to be a part of the New Age Beauty Revolution coming out of India!About the Role:We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Creative Designer with a strong portfolio of impactful design work and proven expertise in vendor management. This role is ideal for a creative professional who can seamlessly blend design thinking with strategic collaboration across departments and external partners. You will play a key role in shaping our visual identity and ensuring flawless execution of creative projects across all media.Key Responsibilities:Creative Design & LeadershipLead the conceptualization and 3D design of high-impact marketing materials, including branding, digital campaigns, print collateral, packaging, presentations, and event assets.Design and create high-quality 3D models, textures, lighting, and environments for various creative projects.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, sales) to translate business goals into compelling visual narratives.Maintain and evolve brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all channels.Mentor and guide junior designers; review work and provide constructive feedback.Vendor ManagementIdentify, evaluate, and manage relationships with creative vendors, including print shops, photographers, videographers, freelancers, and agencies.Negotiate contracts, timelines, and budgets with vendors to ensure high-quality and cost-effective execution.Monitor vendor performance and ensure delivery of assets aligned with brand standards and deadlines.Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and vendors for outsourced design needs.Project & Process ManagementOversee multiple design projects from brief to delivery while ensuring deadlines are met and quality is maintained.Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to align on timelines, resources, and deliverables.Maintain organized files and documentation for all creative and vendor-related work.Required Skills & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field.6+ years of experience in a creative design role, preferably with at least 2 years in a senior or lead capacity.Proven experience in managing creative vendors and external partners.Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma.Experience in digital, print, and motion design.Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.Strong eye for detail, layout, typography, and color theory.