Merchandise Planning Manager

Job Title:

Merchandise Planner/Merchandise Planning Manager

Location:

Bangalore, India

Experience:

3 – 8 Years
Industry:  Jewellery (Diamonds & Studded Jewellery)

Employment Type:

Full-Time
Salary - Min 10-18 Lakhs or Best in industry for suitable candidates

Role Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented  Merchandise Planner  with prior jewellery industry experience. The role will be responsible for  assortment planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, and product lifecycle tracking  to ensure the right products are available at the right time and at the right price.
You will work closely with design, merchandising, sourcing, and retail teams to drive growth and optimize working capital through effective merchandise planning.

Key Responsibilities
Develop merchandise financial plans, sales forecasts, and inventory budgets for jewellery collections (focus on  diamond & studded jewellery ).
Partner with the design & merchandising teams to build seasonal assortments based on sales trends, regional demand, and market insights.
Monitor stock turns, sell-through rates, and replenishment cycles to optimize availability and reduce dead stock.
Conduct in-depth sales & performance analysis to identify bestsellers, slow movers, and gaps in assortment.
Support sourcing and production planning by providing accurate demand forecasts.
Align with retail & e-commerce channels to ensure  channel-specific merchandise strategies .
Prepare and present periodic MIS reports on sales, margin, and inventory health to senior management.
Drive  pricing, promotions, and markdown strategies  in line with brand and business goals.

Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business, Merchandising, Fashion Management, or related field.
3 – 8 years of merchandise planning experience in the jewellery industry (diamonds/studded jewellery only).
Strong analytical and numerical ability with advanced Excel skills; exposure to ERP/MIS tools preferred.
Good understanding of jewellery lifecycle management, retail planning, and consumer trends.
Collaborative mindset with ability to work with design, sourcing, and sales teams.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Why Join Us?
Opportunity to shape the merchandise strategy of a high-growth contemporary jewellery brand.
Exposure to both  retail & e-commerce channels .
Entrepreneurial environment with direct impact on business outcomes.
Competitive compensation & growth opportunities.