Senior Faculty - Jewellery Merchandising

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop curriculum in merchandising principles, collection planning, retail and online merchandising, costing & pricing, ERP/CRM applications, and international jewellery markets.
• Facilitate experiential learning through case studies, simulations, merchandising calendars, assortment plans, costing sheets, and inventory dashboards.
• Integrate advanced tools such as AI trend forecasting, data analytics, ERP, and CRM systems into classroom teaching.
• Mentor students on academic projects, internships, and career readiness with applied assessments and portfolio development.
• Collaborate with retailers, exporters, and trade associations to arrange guest lectures, live projects, and industry visits.
• Continuously update course content to reflect market trends, innovations, and omnichannel retail practices.
• Perform academic duties such as assessments, student guidance, workshops, and administrative responsibilities assigned by the Dean/HOD.

Required Profile

• Educational Qualification:

  Masters or Bachelors degree in Merchandising, Jewellery Business Management, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field. Specialization in Gems & Jewellery Merchandising preferred.

• Experience:

  Minimum 5 years of teaching and/or industry experience in merchandising, retail operations, product planning, or export markets within the jewellery/lifestyle retail sector. Exposure to both offline and online/omnichannel retail preferred.

• Industry Background:

  Jewellery (manufacturing, retail, export), Lifestyle Retail, E-Commerce, Buying & Merchandising, or Education in relevant domains.

Functional Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of product merchandising, range planning, pricing strategies, inventory management, visual merchandising, and vendor coordination.
• Knowledge of domestic and export documentation, trade practices, and global market requirements.
• Awareness of jewellery market trends, consumer behaviour, and technological advancements (AI forecasting, digital shelf management, virtual merchandising).
• Proficiency in Excel-based costing models, ERP/CRM platforms, and merchandising analytics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and mentoring skills with the ability to link theory to real-world practice.