Merchandising Faculty

IIGJ; India; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

IIGJ Faculty of Jewellery Merchandising invites applications to teach, mentor, and develop the next generation of jewellery merchandising professionals. The role merges academic instruction with industry application, offering insights into product planning, retail operations, international markets, and the use of digital/AI tools in merchandising.

The incumbent will deliver courses on collection planning, pricing, ERP/CRM integration, and hands‑on industry projects, guiding students toward

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s degrees in Merchandising, Jewellery Business Management, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching and/or industry experience in merchandising, retail operations, product planning, or export markets.
• Industry to be hired from: Jewellery (manufacturing, retail, export), Lifestyle Retail, E‑Commerce, Buying & Merchandising, or Education.
• Salary Budget (Rs): 5 Lac to 7 Lac pa + Allowances & Benefits: Performance Incentive, PF, Gratuity, Local Conveyance, Mobile Bill, Comprehensive Insurance, Annual Leaves, Festive Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop curriculum in merchandising principles, collection planning, retail and online merchandising, costing and pricing, ERP/CRM applications, and international jewellery markets.
• Mentor students on academic projects, internships, and career readiness with applied assessments and portfolio development.
• Collaborate with retailers, exporters, and trade associations to arrange guest lectures, live projects, and industry visits.
• Continuously update course content to reflect market trends, innovations, and omnichannel retail practices.
• Perform academic duties such as assessments, student guidance, workshops, and administrative responsibilities assigned by the Dean/HOD.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum design

Mentoring

Industry collaboration

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s in Merchandising/Jewellery Business/Marketing/Retail Management

Tools

ERP/CRM platforms

Excel costing models

Merchandising analytics

Job description

Department: Faculty
Reporting: Dean
Level: E3

Required Profile

• Educational Qualification: Master’s or bachelor’s degrees in Merchandising, Jewellery Business Management, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field. Specialization in Gems & Jewellery Merchandising preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of teaching and/or industry experience in merchandising, retail operations, product planning, or export markets within the jewellery/lifestyle retail sector. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Industry to be hired from: Jewellery (manufacturing, retail, export), Lifestyle Retail, E-Commerce, Buying & Merchandising, or Education in relevant domains.
• Salary Budget (Rs): 5 Lac to 7 Lac pa + Allowances & Benefits: Performance Incentive, PF, Gratuity, Local Conveyance, Mobile Bill, Comprehensive Insurance, Annual Leaves, Festive Holidays

Job Summary / Objective: The Faculty of Jewellery Merchandising will be responsible for teaching, mentoring, and developing the next generation of jewellery merchandising professionals. The role combines academic instruction with industry application, ensuring students gain practical exposure to product planning, costing, retail operations, international markets, and the use of digital/AI tools in merchandising.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop curriculum in merchandising principles, collection planning, retail and online merchandising, costing and pricing, ERP/CRM applications, and international jewellery markets.
• Facilitate experiential learning through case studies, simulations, merchandising calendars, assortment plans, costing sheets, and inventory dashboards.
• Integrate advanced tools such as AI trend forecasting, data analytics, ERP, and CRM systems into classroom teaching.
• Mentor students on academic projects, internships, and career readiness with applied assessments and portfolio development.
• Collaborate with retailers, exporters, and trade associations to arrange guest lectures, live projects, and industry visits.
• Continuously update course content to reflect market trends, innovations, and omnichannel retail practices.
• Perform academic duties such as assessments, student guidance, workshops, and administrative responsibilities assigned by the Dean/HOD.

Required Functional Knowledge

• Strong understanding of product merchandising, range planning, pricing strategies, inventory management, visual merchandising, and vendor coordination.
• Knowledge of domestic and export documentation, trade practices, and global market requirements.
• Awareness of jewellery market trends, consumer behaviour, and technological advancements (AI forecasting, digital shelf management, virtual merchandising).
• Proficiency in Excel-based costing models, ERP/CRM platforms, and merchandising analytics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and mentoring skills with the ability to link theory to real-world practice.

Required Competencies

• Passion for teaching and student development.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Ability to inspire creativity while maintaining academic rigor.
• Industry networking ability for live projects and collaborations.