Category Specialist Jewellery

Key Responsibilities:

• Category Strategy & Planning

• Define and execute short-term and long-term strategies for the jewellery category.
• Identify new trends, customer preferences, and assortment gaps.
• Work closely with sourcing and buying teams to align on seasonal and promotional calendars.

• Assortment & Merchandising

• Curate product assortment and define the ideal product mix by sub-category (e. g. , rings, necklaces, earrings).
• Lead product launches, collection refreshes, and promotional merchandising.
• Ensure accurate categorization and visibility of products on all platforms.

• Pricing & Margin Management

• Implement pricing strategies to balance sales growth and profit margins.
• Monitor competitor pricing and market trends to stay competitive.
• Optimize stock clearance and markdown planning.

• Sales & Performance Analysis

• Analyse category performance metrics (sales, margin, AOV, conversion rate).
• Identify actionable insights and lead initiatives to improve performance.
• Collaborate with BI/analytics to generate monthly reports.

• Cross-functional Coordination

• Partner with marketing, design, branding, and logistics teams for campaign planning and execution.
• Coordinate with tech/IT teams for website functionality related to product display, filters, and checkout etc.

• Vendor & Inventory Management

• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, artisans, and internal buying teams.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in business, Merchandising, or related field. MBA preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or buying, preferably in jewellery or fashion retail.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen with an understanding of consumer behaviour.
• Excellent project management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, and e-commerce platforms (e. g. , SFCC, AMS, ERP).
• Passion for jewellery, trends, and market dynamics.

Preferred Skills:

• Understanding of product lifecycle, inventory turn, and pricing models.
• Familiarity with product content enrichment (A+ content, infographics, model imagery).
• Knowledge of precious and semi-precious stones & Diamond is a plus.