Summary
The Peretti Senior Analyst for Category Management oversees analysis and strategy for the Elsa Peretti Jewelry and Home categories worldwide. The role partners with the Director to develop assortment, pricing and new product plans to meet gross margin and sales objectives. This hybrid position is based in New York and supports cross-functional execution, reporting and senior management presentations.
Responsibilities
- Manage and analyze global assortments for Elsa Peretti designs and vendor relationships.
- Perform assortment, pricing and margin analysis; recommend assortment and price changes to maximize productivity.
- Maintain and distribute weekly, monthly and quarterly dashboards and reports to cross-functional partners and senior management.
- Facilitate new product development, create and maintain product plans, image grids and manage SKU creation and launch timing.
- Coordinate cross-functional reviews and communications with GAP, DM, Marketing, Brand, CVM, Retail, Visual Merchandising and regional teams.
- Manage product lifecycle activities including re-classes, merges, obsolescence and inventory strategies.
- Support special projects, Elsa Peretti estate reporting and prepare senior management presentations as needed.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree from an accredited university.
- Strong analytical, organizational, written and verbal communication skills; strategic thinker with the ability to implement plans.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) and adaptability to new systems.
- Ability to multitask, manage changing priorities, lead and develop staff, and work collaboratively across teams.
- Knowledge of retail business practices, gross margin and turn calculations; strong negotiating and interpersonal skills.
- Preferred: Graduate Gemologist certificate (or near completion); at least 2 years retail or store line experience; familiarity with MIPS, APA, Essbase and JDEdwards.
