Job Summary
The Brand Specialist - Fine Jewelry drives sales and profit through analysis of business for all channels in the organization, inclusive of brick & mortar as well as eCommerce business in partnership with key fine jewelry partners. The Brand Specialist - Fine Jewelry works closely with all cross-functional partners and vendors to ensure success and the best customer experience.

Job Functions

Order Entry and MaintenanceSet up and attribute all new StylesKey PO’s, Maintain PO and adjust ship datesMaintain accurate PO Log, communicate weekly with vendor to track shippingSet up and maintain all SSD groupsMarketingDevelop marketing strategy with the buyer and vendor and choose featured productRequest and track samples from vendorPricingAccurate entry of Weekly Promotional Pricing, Effy Icon Pricing and monthly permanent markdownsDevelop the promotional strategy in partnership with buyer, planner and vendorReview and assess aged product and slow sellers and create an exit strategy based on findings, in partnership with buyer, planner and vendorBusiness AnalysisPerform Analysis on the business performance and provide Business Recaps/Reviews: Weekly report out on KPI’s to identify wins and opportunitiesTrack and create action plans in response to key strategy performance to achieve stretch plansAssess and respond to customer/store feedback in a timely and efficient mannerSpecial projects and other duties as assignedTrunk ShowsDetermine truck show opportunities and schedule with the vendors and store teamsPartner on the events to meet the store business goals along meeting trunk show volume and productivity expectationsVisualPartners with the buyer to create the visual strategy and communicate the vision to the Belk Visual team and Vendors to ensure all product is properly merchandised and stores have accurate direction

Education & Experience:

Specific Degree: Four-year college degreeSpecific work or project experience: Demonstrated experience using merchandising systemsIndustry experience: Corporate buying office experience OR internal Retail Development Program OR relative wholesale experience (e.g. account executive, sales assistant, retail planner)

Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

Performs retail math calculations and utilizes formulas for analysis, pricing, and marketing activitiesPossesses strong written and verbal communication skills to present in a professional manner and to communicate with all merchandising levels, stores, and vendorsAbility to collaborate with cross functional teams and work in a team environmentCapable of shifting to different projects as priorities changeSuccessfully navigates ambiguity and drives business results regardless of obstaclesAbility to use corporate retail merchandising systems to support buying activitiesDemonstrated ability to develop recommendations based on trends and data analysisAbility to identify market trends and color concepts

Pay Range
$52,000 - $65,000Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

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