Merchandise Strategist

As a Merchandiser for our client in the sales industry, you will play a crucial role in shaping the product strategy and driving commercial success in the lab-grown diamond jewelry line. Your responsibilities will span across various functions including product strategy & assortment planning, sales & inventory management, market & trend intelligence, product presentation & launch coordination, pricing & promotions. Your work will directly impact customer experience and contribute to the brand's growth in the luxury space. **Role Overview:** In this role, you will own the end-to-end merchandising lifecycle, from defining seasonal product assortments to collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure commercially successful collections. **Key Responsibilities:** - Define seasonal product assortments based on market research, trend insights, and customer behavior. - Monitor product performance to identify bestsellers, underperformers, and gaps in the assortment. - Stay ahead of emerging jewelry, fashion, and luxury trends to influence product development and merchandising strategy. - Partner with ecommerce and retail teams to ensure optimal product display and launch coordination. - Assist in developing pricing architecture and support promotional campaigns to drive traffic and conversions. **Qualifications Required:** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field. - Minimum of 3 years of experience in merchandising, preferably in luxury fashion, jewelry, or accessories. - Deep understanding of luxury consumer behavior and premium product positioning. - Experience or interest in lab-grown diamonds and sustainable jewelry is a strong advantage. - Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and merchandising tools; experience with analytics platforms is a plus. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for fine jewelry, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, this role is for you. You should also be a collaborative professional with excellent communication skills to work effectively with designers, marketers, and business stakeholders. This opportunity requires key skills in product merchandising, trend forecasting, luxury retail, assortment planning, sales analysis, inventory optimization, and pricing strategy. Your ability to collaborate cross-functionally will be essential in this role.,