What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer - Fine Jewelry position at CAZA Collective?
Position Summary
A well-established luxury jewelry retailer is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for the Fine Jewelry department. This role is responsible for curating a best-in-class assortment, ensuring that the most sought-after products are represented both in-store and online, setting a new standard in the greater Boston market.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the fine jewelry assortment for a well-respected luxury retailer, working alongside industry leaders who are passionate about craftsmanship, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences. Employees are valued for their expertise and creativity, with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative and high-energy environment.
Beyond the work itself, the company fosters a culture of excellence, integrity, and genuine enthusiasm for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. With competitive benefits, a strong commitment to employee development, and a team-driven approach, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in the luxury retail space.
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a prestigious fine jewelry retailer and an authorized Rolex jeweler, recognized for its commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, quality, and customer service. Specializing in engagement rings, wedding bands, diamond jewelry, and luxury timepieces, they offer a personalized shopping experience tailored to each client.
With a longstanding reputation for integrity and expertise, the company fosters a welcoming environment where customers receive professional guidance on meaningful purchases. This is an opportunity to join a team that values relationships, excellence, and a passion for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces.
This role requires U.S. work authorization, as it is based in the United States. Please be advised that sponsorship for employment visas is not available through CAZA Collective or our clients.
The CAZA Collective is proud to represent leading organizations across various industries. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable hiring process.
A well-established luxury jewelry retailer is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for the Fine Jewelry department. This role is responsible for curating a best-in-class assortment, ensuring that the most sought-after products are represented both in-store and online, setting a new standard in the greater Boston market.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic Buying: Develop and execute merchandise assortment and sourcing strategies to gain market share and drive revenue. Drive seasonal strategies and financial plans and proactively partner across channels to ensure the success of individual sales and marketing campaigns.
- Vendor Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with luxury vendors. Negotiate terms with vendors in the interest of our client’s business goals and strategies, securing favorable prices and exclusive products.
- Market Analysis: Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to make informed buying decisions. Identify opportunities and recommend new products, vendors, and concepts for the department. Regularly visit stores and shop the competition to gain critical insights into customer preferences and identify product opportunities.
- Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing overstock and stockouts. Forecast and manage sales, margin, inventory receipt plans, and turn to inform current and future business opportunities.
- Sales and Margin Goals: Work towards achieving sales and margin goals by selecting products that drive revenue and profitability.
- Purchase Order Management: Oversee the creation and management of purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure that all products meet our high-quality standards and align with customer expectations.
- Reporting and Analysis: Update weekly/monthly business summaries to report on the status of business, including recommended responses to trends.
- Travel: Travel 10-15% for trade shows, vendor meetings, and store visits.
- Minimum of 2 - 5 years of fine jewelry buying experience.
- Strong knowledge of luxury vendor relationships.
- Expertise in fashion trends and technical jewelry knowledge of diamonds, fine color, and fashion jewelry
- Strong planning and analytical skills desired.
- GIA Diploma and/or AGS certification preferred.
- Proven experience managing numerous and diverse vendor relationships.
- First-rate merchant acumen with a sound understanding of Microsoft Excel and other planning tools.
- Manufacturing experience a plus.
- Flexibility and agility to quickly understand, assess, and problem solve.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to always represent Long’s in the utmost professional manner.
- Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently.
- Collaborative: Thrives in a team-oriented environment where ideas are shared, and collective success is celebrated.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Embraces an entrepreneurial mindset, eager to contribute innovative ideas and drive the business forward.
- Customer-Focused: Passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and dedicated to meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
- Humble and Approachable: Values humility and approachability, preferring to work collaboratively rather than seeking a private office or hierarchical status.
- Strong Communicator: Excellent communication skills, able to represent our client professionally and build strong relationships internally and externally.
- Adaptable: Flexible and agile, able to quickly understand, assess, and address challenges as they arise.
- Passionate: Deeply knowledgeable and passionate about fine jewelry, diamonds, and gemstones, with a keen eye for fashion trends.
- Onsite in the Greater Boston area.
- Tuesday - Saturday schedule (Sundays & Mondays off).
- Store Core hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
- Availability to work weekends and holidays based on business and client needs.
- Competitive Compensation: Offers a competitive base salary, based on experience.
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to support your health and well-being.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation, personal, and sick time.
- 401(k) Program: 401(k) with 4% employer match, with immediate vesting.
- Exclusive Employee Discounts: Access to special discounts on fine jewelry.
- Gym Membership Discount: Exclusive savings on gym memberships to support employee wellness.
- Relocation Assistance: Provided for qualified candidates.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the fine jewelry assortment for a well-respected luxury retailer, working alongside industry leaders who are passionate about craftsmanship, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences. Employees are valued for their expertise and creativity, with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative and high-energy environment.
Beyond the work itself, the company fosters a culture of excellence, integrity, and genuine enthusiasm for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. With competitive benefits, a strong commitment to employee development, and a team-driven approach, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in the luxury retail space.
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a prestigious fine jewelry retailer and an authorized Rolex jeweler, recognized for its commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, quality, and customer service. Specializing in engagement rings, wedding bands, diamond jewelry, and luxury timepieces, they offer a personalized shopping experience tailored to each client.
With a longstanding reputation for integrity and expertise, the company fosters a welcoming environment where customers receive professional guidance on meaningful purchases. This is an opportunity to join a team that values relationships, excellence, and a passion for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces.
This role requires U.S. work authorization, as it is based in the United States. Please be advised that sponsorship for employment visas is not available through CAZA Collective or our clients.
The CAZA Collective is proud to represent leading organizations across various industries. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable hiring process.
