JOB SUMMARY:
The primary responsibility will be to achieve targeted gross margin and profit goals for a specific business unit. The position will have continued focus on selecting the right merchandise mix to meet or exceed company goals Effectively utilize extensive knowledge of merchandising concepts and management techniques to maximize retail selling space and ROI
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct trend research to interpret trends and lifestyles for the design and launch of market ready jewelry.
- Provide strategic direction to marketing brands.
- Partner with Design, Retail, Manufacturing, Internet, and Marketing and related internal teams regarding retail mark-ups, merchandise flow, and on-time merchandise delivery.
- Ensures products conform to any or all legal requirements and is packaged and labeled appropriately.
- Keeps a line of communication open and constant between all participants in development process and on what pertains to the business for the best results for the company.
- Manage and adjust inventory in regards to budget, sales, and trend for multiple locations and holding warehouses.
- Coordinate with merchandising and design to devise the market calendars.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
- Participate in regular design review meetings with cross-functional category partners.
- Liaison in product development process to ensure samples are progressing on track
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Requires a true jewelry professional who understands today’s fashion trends who can interpret to fit our merchandise assortment.
- Computer skills-Word/Excel, Outlook. Strong analytical skills with effective communication skills, time management, organizational skills, ability to be detail and multi-task oriented.
- Ability to manage several projects at the same time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor degree
- 5-10 years expertise working for a progressive national jewelry manufcaturer or retailer in a mass market, department store, or speciality store environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Purchasing: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person