Job title: Head of PD, (merchandising and design) & quality

As the Head of PD (Merchandising and Design), you will primarily oversee and manage all aspects of

the company’s design, merchandising, product images & quality functions. You will lead a team of

professionals and collaborate with various departments to successfully implement merchandising

and design strategies for product development & management of the entire catalog. You will work

closely on creative value creation for design from a brand perspective.

● Inspire the design team to experiment + explore ideas & materials

● Oversee the design team in developing innovative and engaging product designs that meet customer expectations and align with brand aesthetics.

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing and manufacturing, to ensure seamless product development and launch processes.

● Creative Lead: creative architect for brand values, product design, curation, research, and development.

● Communicate the story/Idea to – Mktg & VM

● Conceptualizing & developing product development strategies and pricing strategies.

Merchandising Strategy: lead merchandising team in developing design catalogue, product categories, and pricing strategies. Analyze market trends, customer preferences, and sales data to make informed decisions regarding product selection, and pricing.

● Guide & direct team to constantly analyze the catalog & identify actions

● Own – Cost side decisions + sell side decisions

● Manage the MTO

● Work to reduce stone inventory (non-moving)

● New development – managing and building from the ground up, working with business partners to develop expansion.

● Adhere to timelines for all marketing campaign ideas

● Be the Bridge between CL & vendor world

● Expand & identify new complimenting vendors

● Lead work assigned to suppliers to develop new products.

● Supplier Relationship Management: Maintain close relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery, quality control and cost-effectiveness. Conduct regular performance evaluations, address issues or concerns, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Quality Assurance: implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure all procured products meet or exceed quality standards. Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality-related issues and take corrective action.

Lead the team: provide guidance, mentoring, and leadership to the merchandising, Imaging , quality control, manufacturing and design teams. Set clear goals, monitor performance, and promote professional development opportunities to ensure a high-performing and motivated team.

Collaborate: work with cross-functional teams including sales, training, marketing, finance and operations to align sourcing, merchandising and design activities with overall business strategies. Be one of the key players in strategic planning discussions and contribute insights and expertise to grow the business.

Market Research: keep abreast of market trends, competitor activity and innovations in the industry. Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, emerging product categories, and potential partnerships that can enhance the company's product offering.