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Johannesburg: Category Manager posted by Browns The Diamond Store

Category Manager

Posted on 2025-02-09

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Job Summary

Join Browns the Diamond Store as a Category Manager!
At Browns, we craft more than just jewellery we create unforgettable experiences. We are searching for a Category Manager to bring precision, strategy, and innovation to our merchandising operations. If youre a data-driven, forward-thinking individual with a passion for luxury and logistics, this is your moment to shine!
Duties
Product Sourcing & Vendor Management: Source and negotiate with suppliers. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent quality and competitive pricing.
Category Strategy Development: Develop and implement category strategies to align with business goals, ensuring the right mix of products and materials for bespoke pieces and core jewellery lines.
Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet production demands without overstocking or shortages.
Demand Forecasting & Sales Analysis: Use historical sales data and market trends to forecast demand. Adjust inventory and sourcing plans based on performance analysis.
Pricing & Margin Management: Work closely with the finance team to set pricing strategies that maximize profitability while ensuring competitiveness in the market.
Collaboration with Design & Production Teams: Liaise with in-house designers and craftsmen to understand material needs for bespoke orders and new designs. Ensure the timely availability of required materials for seamless production.
Trend Analysis & Market Research: Stay up to date on industry trends, particularly in diamonds, gems, and jewellery design. Use this insight to influence buying and planning decisions.
Quality Control: Ensure that all materials sourced meet the companys strict quality standards, particularly in terms of cut, clarity, color, and craftsmanship.
Reporting & Analytics: Prepare regular reports on category performance, stock levels, sales forecasts, and supplier performance.


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Requirements

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or procurement, ideally within the jewellery or luxury goods industry.
Jewellery Knowledge: Strong understanding of diamonds, gems, and other materials used in jewellery production.
Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and forecasting skills, with experience in inventory management and sales analysis.
Negotiation Skills: Proven experience in negotiating with suppliers and managing vendor relationships.
Team Collaboration: Ability to work closely with designers, craftsmen, and production teams to ensure material availability and alignment with creative vision.
Attention to Detail: Strong eye for detail, particularly in relation to quality control and trend analysis.
Education: A degree or diploma in business management, supply chain, or a related field. Knowledge of gemology or jewellery design is a plus.
Software: Proficiency in inventory management and procurement software; advanced Excel skills.

Category Manager position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by Browns The Diamond Store. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-02-09 at 15:11:08 in the It Computer category

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Job Summary

Join Browns the Diamond Store as a Category Manager!

At Browns, we craft more than just jewelry we create unforgettable experiences. We are searching for a Category Manager to bring precision, strategy, and innovation to our merchandising operations. If youre a data-driven, forward-thinking individual with a passion for luxury and logistics, this is your moment to shine!

  • Product Sourcing & Vendor Management: Source and negotiate with suppliers. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent quality and competitive pricing.
  • Category Strategy Development: Develop and implement category strategies to align with business goals, ensuring the right mix of products and materials for bespoke pieces and core jewellery lines.
  • Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet production demands without overstocking or shortages.
  • Demand Forecasting & Sales Analysis: Use historical sales data and market trends to forecast demand. Adjust inventory and sourcing plans based on performance analysis.
  • Pricing & Margin Management: Work closely with the finance team to set pricing strategies that maximize profitability while ensuring competitiveness in the market.
  • Collaboration with Design & Production Teams: Liaise with in-house designers and craftsmen to understand material needs for bespoke orders and new designs. Ensure the timely availability of required materials for seamless production.
  • Trend Analysis & Market Research: Stay up to date on industry trends, particularly in diamonds, gems, and jewellery design. Use this insight to influence buying and planning decisions.
  • Quality Control: Ensure that all materials sourced meet the companys strict quality standards, particularly in terms of cut, clarity, color, and craftsmanship.
  • Reporting & Analytics: Prepare regular reports on category performance, stock levels, sales forecasts, and supplier performance.


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Requirements

  • Experience: 3-5 years of experience in category management, merchandising, or procurement, ideally within the jewellery or luxury goods industry.
  • Jewellery Knowledge: Strong understanding of diamonds, gems, and other materials used in jewellery production.
  • Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and forecasting skills, with experience in inventory management and sales analysis.
  • Negotiation Skills: Proven experience in negotiating with suppliers and managing vendor relationships.
  • Team Collaboration: Ability to work closely with designers, craftsmen, and production teams to ensure material availability and alignment with creative vision.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong eye for detail, particularly in relation to quality control and trend analysis.
  • Education: A degree or diploma in business management, supply chain, or a related field. Knowledge of gemology or jewellery design is a plus.
  • Software: Proficiency in inventory management and procurement software; advanced Excel skills.

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