Merchandiser

The Gold Merchandiser will be responsible for planning, developing and managing the gold jewellery assortment to ensure the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantity and at the right price.

The role requires a strong understanding of gold jewellery trends, customer preferences, product performance, inventory movement and commercial merchandising.

• 57 years of relevant experience in gold jewellery merchandising.

• Experience with a reputed jewellery retailer, manufacturer or established jewellery brand preferred.
• Strong understanding of gold jewellery categories, designs and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in assortment planning, buying, inventory analysis and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of Kolkata's jewellery market and customer preferences will be an advantage.

QUALIFICATION

• Graduate / MBA in Retail, Merchandising, Marketing or a related field preferred.
• Jewellery-specific experience will be given higher preference than academic qualification.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong commercial and analytical thinking.
• Excellent knowledge of gold jewellery.
• Good understanding of design and craftsmanship.
• Strong market sensing ability.
• Negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Good numerical and inventory-analysis skills.
• Strong Excel / MIS skills.
• Ability to work with sales, design, production and finance teams.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to take decisions based on data as well as market understanding.