Branded Buyer, Jared (Hybrid, Akron)

Signet Jewelers•Akron, OH

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and t his core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us! Our Brand Buyer at Jared will drive profitable category sales by developing merchandise assortments and strategies. Lead within the Category Management Team (CMT), overseeing all aspects of assortment planning, selection, maintenance, and promotion for assigned product categories.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3–5 years relevant buying experience
Ability to travel nationally/internationally; flexible schedule including occasional weekends
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and math/data analysis skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; demonstrate leadership
Adaptability to fast-paced environments; attention to detail
Ability to work in a metal-free environment as required

Responsibilities

Category Management
Collaborate with Senior Buyer to set strategic vision
Manage branded relationships; negotiate and maintain strong vendor partnerships
Analyze weekly business performance and adapt to market trends
Develop financial and marketing plans for product categories
Lead business reviews and support team training and career development
Product Development
Partner with brands to prioritize new product development
Select, test, price, and acquire merchandise aligned with consumer demand and department goals
Monitor jewelry market trends and competitive strategies
Develop new product concepts and manage lifecycle from inception to clearance
Build and maintain vendor relationships
Assortment / Inventory Management
Understand product cost structures and concession strategies
Co-manage e-commerce assortments
Ensure proper inventory levels and manage returns of discontinued products
Negotiate annual purchasing agreements
Collaboration
Coordinate with marketing, visual display, and advertising teams
Present and justify promotional items to leadership
Partner with sourcing, financial planning, and accounting teams
Support CMT with vendor performance issues and quality control
Proof advertising materials for accuracy
Work with visual merchandising and cross-functional teams on projects