Implement the merchandising strategy for Diamond Jewelry in alignment with the overall merchandising and business strategy to achieve growth and profitability of the business/
- Provide inputs on creation of the NPI (New product introduction) calendar. - Ensure the timely launch of new and improved products in line with the latest trends and customer preferences. - Vendor identification and shortlisting the products for product meets. - Screen designs and evaluate products from vendors. - Classify and tag new Diamond products into the appropriate design family and hierarchy. - Develop the planogram and oversee the creation of assortment mix for the Diamond category. - Monitor inventory and inventory holding in stores for Diamond category to maintain inventory levels . - Identify dead stock to be returned to vendors in order to minimize MGD losses.