Brand Specialist - Fine Jewelry (Hybrid)

Essential Functions Order Entry and Maintenance: Set up and attribute all new styles, key PO's, maintain PO and adjust ship dates, maintain accurate PO log, communicate weekly with vendor to track shipping. Set up and maintain all SSD groups. Marketing: Develop marketing strategy with the buyer and vendor, choose featured product, request and track samples from vendor. Pricing: Accurate entry of weekly promotional pricing, Effy icon pricing and monthly permanent markdowns. Develop the promotional strategy in partnership with buyer, planner and vendor. Review and assess aged product and slow sellers and create an exit strategy based on findings. Business Analysis: Perform analysis on the business performance and provide business recaps/reviews. Weekly report on KPI's to identify wins and opportunities. Track and create action plans in response to key strategy performance to achieve stretch plans. Assess and respond to customer/store feedback in a timely and efficient manner. Special Projects & Other Duties: Assumed as needed. Trunk Shows: Determine trunk show opportunities and schedule with vendors and store teams. Partner on events to meet store business goals while meeting trunk show volume and productivity expectations. Visual Merchandising: Partner with buyer to create visual strategy and communicate vision to Belk visual team and vendors to ensure all product is properly merchandised and stores have accurate direction. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent years of experience. Demonstrated experience using merchandising systems required. Corporate buying office experience, internal retail development program, or related wholesale experience (e.g., account executive, sales assistant, retail planner) required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Perform retail math calculations and utilize formulas for analysis, pricing, and marketing activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills to present in a professional manner and to communicate with all merchandising levels, stores, and vendors. Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and work in a team environment. Capable of shifting to different projects as priorities change. Successfully navigate ambiguity and drive business results regardless of obstacles. Use corporate retail merchandising systems to support buying activities. Develop recommendations based on trends and data analysis. Identify market trends and color concepts. Pay Range $50,000 - $75,000 reflected 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, hair style, hair texture, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr