Pune, MaharashtraFull-time2 open roles
Careers at Gliderz Pickleball
Grow with India’s first pickleball manufacturer. Build your career in manufacturing, design, sales and operations.
Who we are
A Make in India sports manufacturer
Gliderz Pickleball is India’s first pickleball ball and paddle manufacturer, based in Pune, Maharashtra, and committed to Aatmanirbhar Bharat by producing balls and paddles entirely in India. About Gliderz
Great products are built by motivated people. Our culture runs on collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement. If you are driven by Force, Finesse and Accuracy, Gliderz is the place for you.
Our values
Transform the pickleball experience in India with top-tier equipment and a passionate community of players.
Our vision
Become a global leader in pickleball equipment, inspiring millions with innovative products and service.
Why work at Gliderz
See what you make leave the building
A growing sports brand with custom and OEM work every day.
See your work in play
Every paddle you design, print or sell ends up in a real player’s hands.
Learn the full process
Artwork, prepress, UV printing and sales sit close together.
Own your area
Small team, clear responsibility and room to grow with the brand.
Work in Pune
Full-time, on-site roles with Production, R&D and Sales in one place.
Open roles
Two positions are open right now
Expand a role to read the full description.
Pune, Maharashtra · Full-time, on-site · 1–2 years · ₹15,000–₹20,000 / month
Graphics Designer & UV Print Production Executive
Create paddle artwork, prepare it for print and run our UV flatbed printer so every paddle comes out sharp and true to colour.
Full job description
What you’ll do
- Design pickleball paddle graphics and OEM/custom artwork.
- Create print-ready files in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Prepare CMYK, white ink and varnish layers for UV printing.
- Operate the UV flatbed printer.
- Handle paddle positioning, test prints, colour matching and print quality.
- Clean, maintain and troubleshoot the printer at a basic level.
- Inspect finished prints for alignment, colour, sharpness and defects.
- Coordinate with Production, R&D and Sales on custom orders.
What you bring
- 1–3 years of relevant experience.
- Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills.
- Good knowledge of CMYK, white ink, varnish and RIP software.
- Understanding of print production and colour management.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
Nice to have
- Hands-on UV flatbed printing experience.
- Experience with sports equipment, digital/UV printing, OEM/private-label or customised products.
Attach your CV and portfolio.
Pune, Maharashtra · Full-time · 1–4 years · ₹20,000–₹35,000 / month + incentives
Sales Executive / Business Development Executive
Win new B2B customers, grow our dealer network and own your sales targets. You report to the Sales Head / Director.
Full job description
B2B sales and business development
- Find and win clubs, academies, retailers, distributors and resellers across India.
- Generate leads through IndiaMART, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, social media, referrals, exhibitions and cold calling.
- Prepare quotations, negotiate and close orders.
Dealer and distributor development
- Identify potential distributors and dealers.
- Explain the range, pricing, margins, MOQ and schemes.
- Support distributors and track their performance.
Club, academy and OEM sales
- Approach clubs, academies, coaches and tournament organisers.
- Build bulk supply and recurring-order business.
- Generate OEM/ODM and customised paddle and ball leads, and coordinate them with Production and R&D.
Lead management
- Respond to enquiries and follow up daily.
- Keep CRM/Excel records current, from enquiry to dispatch.
- Coordinate payment follow-up.
Who you are
- Energetic, target-oriented and self-motivated.
- Strong at communication, negotiation and relationships.
- Comfortable with field sales, meetings, cold calling and travel.
- Comfortable with WhatsApp, Excel, Google Sheets and CRM tools.
- Interest in sports, fitness or pickleball is an advantage.
Preferred experience
- Sporting goods (pickleball, badminton, tennis or table tennis), sports retail or fitness equipment.
- B2B dealer/distributor, OEM/manufacturing, FMCG or consumer products sales.
Pay and incentives
- ₹20,000–₹35,000 per month plus performance incentives.
- Incentives linked to new customers, monthly sales, distributor onboarding, OEM orders and repeat business.
Email your CV with current salary, expected salary and relevant sales experience.
How hiring works
Four simple steps
01
Apply
Email your CV (and portfolio for design).
02
Screening call
A short call about your experience.
03
Skills round
A practical task or interview for your role.
04
Offer
We share the decision and next steps.
Ready to apply?
Mention the role in your subject line so we can reply faster. Design & print: rakesh@gliderzpickleball.com · Sales: play@gliderzpickleball.com