VRAI is one of the fastest-growing digital-first direct-to-consumer brands. Modernizing diamond jewelry through the exclusive use of sustainably created diamonds, VRAI has innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability at the core of its products and values. An honoree of Fast Co. Innovation Award in retail design, and a global business, VRAI has locations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, NY, Shanghai, Chicago, London, Madrid, and Copenhagen, with more locations on the horizon.
We are looking for a seasoned Product Merchandising Manager, who will be responsible for implementing an elevated product and assortment strategy for VRAI. In partnership with marketing, product development and design, and our creative team, you will manage VRAI’s product journey from planning, through launch, to analysis. This role is highly visible, and will present to the executive leadership team. You will be key in pushing VRAI into the top 10 jewelry maisons in the world.
Responsibilities
- Develop an elevated assortment strategy, benchmarked against top jewelry brands.
- Deliver product launch forecasts using trend analysis relative to competitors and consumer demand.
- Own website and in-store merchandising presentation in collaboration with crossfunctional groups, according to trends, inventory, and company goals.
- Perform gap and price analysis on current assortments and deliver product roadmap strategies.
- Create and present data-driven design briefs to executive leadership focused on sellable and cost-conscious diamond-heavy products.
- Train internal stakeholders and third-party marketplace customers, ensuring product launches are synced and cohesive.
Requirements
- 5+ years of diamond jewelry merchandise experience in the fine jewelry industry.
- Solid commercial understanding both in retail and E-Commerce.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to present to leadership.
- Impeccable attention to detail, highly organized with the ability to manage multiple product initiatives at one time.
- Must be highly adaptable and able to thrive in start-up environments.
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VRAI provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Additional Perks such as employee discounts are also available.
Some plans may not be available pending global locations however other options may be presented.
VRAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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