Bridal Category Manager

Stuller, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stuller is the jewelry industry's leading manufacturer, supplier, and technology innovator based in Louisiana. We are seeking a Bridal Jewelry Category Manager to develop and execute a comprehensive merchandising plan that drives growth, profitability, and market relevance within the bridal category.

You will oversee the full product lifecycle, collaborate cross-functionally with product development, vendors, and marketing, and use data-driven insights to optimize performance and meet customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong presentation skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proven negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a comprehensive merchandising plan, overseeing the entire product lifecycle
• Collaborate with product development and vendor partners to curate and introduce on-trend, essential products, including pricing negotiations
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to guide product decisions and identify assortment gaps
• Partner with marketing to create and execute promotional strategies, including materials for new product launches
• Design and implement customer selling solutions to drive in-case business for retail jewelry stores
• Manage the creation and proofing of seasonal brochures, catalogs, and other marketing collateral
• Utilize reporting tools to analyze business performance, maximize profitability, and forecast product demand
• Deliver presentations to internal teams and customers, while coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet business goals

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising

Tools

Excel

Job description

Stuller's

Stuller's Merchandising team plays a central role in shaping the products, solutions, and experiences that help our customers succeed. Our merchants combine product expertise, market awareness, and analytical rigor to build assortments that drive both customer value and business growth. The Bridal Jewelry Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive merchandising business plan that drives growth, profitability, and market relevance within the bridal category. This role oversees the full product lifecycle, partners cross-functionally to deliver compelling assortments and marketing initiatives and uses data-driven insights to optimize performance and meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a comprehensive merchandising plan, overseeing the entire product lifecycle
• Collaborate with product development and vendor partners to curate and introduce on-trend, essential products, including pricing negotiations
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to guide product decisions and identify assortment gaps
• Partner with marketing to create and execute promotional strategies, including materials for new product launches
• Design and implement customer selling solutions to drive in-case business for retail jewelry stores
• Manage the creation and proofing of seasonal brochures, catalogs, and other marketing collateral
• Utilize reporting tools to analyze business performance, maximize profitability, and forecast product demand
• Deliver presentations to internal teams and customers, while coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet business goals

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising or related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong presentation skills, both oral and written
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proven negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of jewelry and jewelry manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with diamonds and gemstones
• Intuitive sense for design and merchandising

Summary

Stuller is the jewelry industry's largest manufacturer, supplier, and technology developer in North America. With a customer base spanning the globe, we serve jewelry professionals through an unmatched selection of quality products, expert and friendly service, and the fastest delivery. We are powered by our employees, their creativity, their energy, and their commitment to creating exceptional experiences.

We are committed to our employees' comprehensive health and happiness. Our award-winning wellness initiatives and benefits help Stuller to stand out as one of the top employers in Louisiana. Learn more about our benefits.