Jewellery Merchandiser

Job Title: Merchandiser Jewellery Category

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 45 years (Jewellery Merchandising experience in a retail chain is a must)

Key Responsibilities

1. Assortment Planning & Product Mix

o Determine the right mix of jewellery products in line with market trends, customer preferences, and brand ethos.

o Identify opportunities for new product introductions and recommend discontinuation of underperforming items.

2. Inventory & Stock Management

o Ensure optimal stock levels across stores and online channels.

o Manage inventory turnover and minimize aged/slow-moving stock to maximize profitability.

3. Sales Performance & Analytics

o Track and analyse sales data and KPIs to drive actionable insights.

o Conduct sell-through analysis at both attribute (style, material, price point) and market level to support decision-making.

4. Store & Customer Feedback

o Gather and incorporate bottom-up feedback from stores regarding customer preferences.

o Address non-purchase reasons to enhance conversion and improve assortment relevance.

5. Digital Catalogue Management

o Catalogue, update, and maintain the online product assortment on the website.

o Ensure product details, categorization, and availability are accurate and up to date.

6. Category Growth & Sales Targets

o Drive category growth by achieving top-line targets as per planned category sales shares.

o Strategically plan and execute new product launches to meet business objectives.

7. Product Universe Management

o Maintain and update the complete product universe for the jewellery category, ensuring clarity across all channels.

Key Requirements

Experience: 45 years of proven experience in Jewellery Merchandising within a retail chain.

Strong understanding of fashion/jewellery market trends and consumer buying behaviour.

Expertise in sales analysis, stock management, and assortment planning.

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Design, Supply Chain, Retail, E-commerce).

Proficiency in MS Excel/Analytics tools for reporting and decision-making.

Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of retail merchandising systems/ERP tools.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.