Senior Jewellery Designer & Merchandising Manager

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About the Company

Tanvi Exports India Ltd

Role Overview

Senior Jewellery Designer & Merchandising Manager

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Design Management

• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to gather and analyze detailed client and market requirements.
• Translate briefs into actionable design concepts and coordinate with the design team to create CADs, mockups, and prototypes.
• Ensure final designs align with brand identity, client expectations, and current fashion trends.
• Balance creativity with commercial viability across collections.

Merchandising & Launch Strategy

• Plan and implement product merchandising calendars in sync with seasonal and client-driven requirements.
• Strategically balance new product launches across timelines and categories.
• Ensure timely launch of collections based on management direction and market needs.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, inspire, and manage the design and merchandising teams for optimal performance.
• Establish KPIs and monitor team productivity and deliverables.
• Mentor and develop talent within the team, fostering creativity and accountability.
• Align team efforts with broader company goals and ensure a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Production & Delivery Coordination

• Ensure efficient coordination between design to production to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Monitor WIP (Work In Progress), track orders, and ensure accurate and on-time delivery to clients.
• Optimize workflow and eliminate process bottlenecks.

Market Research & Business Growth

• Continuously monitor industry trends, customer behavior, and competitor activity to drive innovation, visit the clients as per requiremnets.
• Identify opportunities for market expansion and new client acquisitions.
• Create strategic plans for growth and profitability in target segments.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients and partners.
• Act as the primary point of contact for major clients, ensuring their needs are met with efficiency and creativity.
• Drive customer engagement through personalized service and proactive solutioning.

Costing, Pricing & Profitability

• Oversee costing of jewellery pieces, ensuring they meet profitability targets.
• Design and implement competitive pricing strategies based on market dynamics.
• Monitor margins and optimize pricing across product categories.

Presentation & Communication

• Create high-quality client presentations for new concepts, seasonal launches, and custom orders.
• Clearly communicate product features, material specifications, timelines, and value propositions.
• Serve as a liaison between design, production, sales, and client teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:

  Bachelors degree in Jewellery Design, Fashion Design, or related discipline.

• Experience:

  Minimum 10 years in jewellery merchandising and design for the domestic and/or export luxury markets.

• Team Leadership:

  Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and building high-performing design/merchandising teams.

• Creative Vision:

  Strong portfolio of successful collections that align with commercial trends and client preferences.

• Technical Proficiency:

  Hands-on knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., Rhino, Matrix), Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office.

• Business Acumen:

  Sound understanding of jewellery costing, pricing, and market strategy.

• Communication:

  Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.

• Time Management:

  Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Market Intelligence:

  Experience in conducting competitive analysis and market mapping.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to

  casting, handmade, machine made jewellery

  will be an added advantage.
• Experience working in a

  fast-scaling luxury brand

  or jewellery export house.
• Familiarity with

  machine-made and fusion jewellery techniques

  .