Category Specialist - Jewellery

You will be joining Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL), a prominent electronic retailer specializing in jewelry and lifestyle products. In the fiscal year 2023-24, VGL achieved a turnover of approximately $365 million and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees globally, with a significant presence of 3,000+ employees in Jaipur, India. VGL maintains a multi-channel presence by engaging with a diverse audience through various platforms including TV, e-commerce, and digital retail. The company's brands like Shop LC (USA), TJC (UK), Shop LC Germany, Ideal World (UK), and Mindful Souls cater to millions of homes worldwide, expanding VGL's reach across different markets. Under its social impact and ESG initiatives, VGL runs "Your Purchase Feeds" program, providing millions of meals to schoolchildren. The company promotes employee volunteering and sustainability commitment, focusing on renewable energy and waste reduction. VGL has been recognized for its green initiatives and holds a strong ESG Rating of 72 from ICRA ESG Ratings Limited. In terms of talent and culture, VGL fosters a decentralized work environment, encouraging innovation and ownership within small, agile teams. The company emphasizes talent density, meritocracy, and has been certified as a Great Place to Work in multiple countries. As a Category Specialist - Jewellery, your role will involve driving the commercial strategy, performance, and growth of the jewelry category on VGL's online channel. You will focus on sales, product identification, assortment planning, pricing strategy, and enhancing the customer experience. Collaboration with internal teams like Meta buyer, Google Ads, marketing, design, and logistics will be crucial to optimize category performance across digital platforms. Key responsibilities include defining category strategies, curating product assortment, managing pricing and margins, analyzing sales performance, and coordinating with cross-functional teams for campaign planning and execution. Vendor and inventory management, along with relationship building with suppliers and internal buying teams, will also be part of your responsibilities. To qualify for this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in business, Merchandising, or a related field, with 2-4 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or buying, preferably in jewelry or fashion retail. Strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and proficiency in tools like MS Excel, Power BI, and e-commerce platforms are essential. A passion for jewelry, market trends, and consumer behavior is highly desirable. Preferred skills include an understanding of product lifecycle, inventory management, and knowledge of precious stones. Familiarity with product content enrichment and pricing models will be advantageous in this role.,