Manager, Merchandising - Jewelry presso Bulova

SUMMARY

The Manager, Merchandising will work in coordination with the Director, Merchandising to define the assortment & architecture which will align with the strategy & financial plans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support Director, Merchandising in defining Bulova Jewelry, Caravelle and TFX product and merchant strategy
• Product development for seasonal assortments of the jewelry category
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure product is developed to spec and within the timeline
• Analysis of sales data and consumer insights to determine category growth opportunities
• Align merchandising timeline and process with the development calendar
• Support Merchandising Director on product life cycle including size of line, assortment plans and discontinuation.
• Ensures communication of product updates to cross-functional team, Marketing, PR, Sales, Finance, Demand Planning & International markets
• Coordinates with PD for tracking, shipping, and organization of all product samples
• Supports ancillary projects such as bi-annual catalog creation, seasonal planogram’s, packaging Responsible for creation and accuracy of internal documentation
• Monitor accuracy of data in Perfion system
• Liaises with the Special Business units (National sales, Independent Sales, Travel Retail, DTC & International market teams) as needed
• Creates Investment sheet documentation for all new development purchases
• Partners with Marketing to support Go-To-Market plans
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Domestic travel as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Watch and/or Jewelry experience 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross functional team members
• Ability to consistently communicate in a clear and timely manner
• Proficient in Powerpoint, Excel & Outlook
• Experience in Power BI, a plus

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience in a merchant or buying role; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEOE

Annual salary range:  $85,000.00 - $95,000.00