General Purpose:Responsible for developing assortment strategy for designated product category in order to drive sales growth. Communicate and execute Merchandising strategies partnering with cross-functional teams.

Key Accountabilities:

Business Reporting and Analysis

- Closely monitor sales trends, underline key insights and communicate findings through regular reporting (monthly, quarterly) and ad-hoc business reviews.

- Drive Market Intelligence (competitive research) to provide regional teams and NY Central counterparts with key local insights.

- Identify and communicate new product development opportunities through deep knowledge of product category performance and market environment.

- Participate in defining and implementing local pricing strategy.

AssortmentPlanning

- Responsible for developing new product assortment strategy to drive category sales growth and maximize inventory efficiency targets.

- Lead yearly and/or ad-hoc assortment reviews to maximize existing products sales productivity.

- Coordinate and amplify communication on new product launches, partnering with cross-functional teams and efficiently communicating to stores.

- Participate in developing new store assortments.

Channel Management
- Drive implementation of local Merchandising strategy, closely communicating with cross-functional regional teams as well as NY Central counterparts (Management teams, PR/Marketing, CVM, Retail team).

- Provide daily support to entire store network (~60) by responding to all Product/Stock inquiries through the inquiry system, via email and telephone on a daily basis.

- Communicate regional trends and issues with Central Category Management and Replenishment teams.

In-store Presentation

- Partner with local CVM team to drive floorplan productivity review and other merchandising projects.

- Conduct regular market visits and provide in-store support for new store openings.

Qualifications/Primary Job Requirements:

Specify number of years of job-related experience required; type of degree required/preferred; certificates/licenses; specific skills required (e.g., computer programs, foreign language skills, special machines, etc.). In addition, include special attendance issues (e.g. traditional working hours, non-traditional working hours like working on weekends).

Required Qualifications/Primary Job Requirements:

Bachelor degree Self-motivation & pro-activeness with a strong drive for achievement Strong analytical skills and business acumen Good communication and interpersonal skills Affinity for Jewelry & Watches. Proficient in computer skills: email/Outlook, Microsoft Excel & Word Strong planning,organizationand time-managementskills 3+ years of business experience Accurate and attentive to details

Preferred Qualifications/Primary Job Requirements:

Proficient in database software experience Previous merchandising experience Be creative, pro-active, and always open to change