Associate Jewelry Buyer

Jewelry Television

. Curate, develop, and acquire quality jewelry from varied vendors .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in jewelry buying and retail merchandising, with a strong understanding of fine and fashion jewelry, including metal types and gemstone grading. Proven ability to analyze sales data and negotiate effectively with international vendors to drive product success.

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Jewelry Buying ExperienceRetail MerchandisingNegotiation SkillsProficiency in ExcelGIA Certification

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Hard Skills

Jewelry Assortment DevelopmentRetail MathData-Driven Decision MakingTrend ForecastingVendor Performance Evaluation

Soft Skills

Excellent Negotiation SkillsAbility to Build Rapport

Tools & Technologies

PLM SystemsERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

GIA Certification

Industry Keywords

Jewelry TrendsGlobal ProcurementLuxury RetailFashion Product DevelopmentOpen-to-Buy Budget Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Curate, develop, and acquire quality jewelry from varied vendors
Identify and develop jewelry assortments aligned with brand standards and growth strategies
Research global markets to source unique materials and finished pieces
Collaborate with manufacturers to develop exclusive designs
Provide feedback on aesthetics, stone quality, and craftsmanship
Negotiate COGS, payment terms, and exclusivity agreements with global vendors
Forecast jewelry trends across metal finishes, gemstone popularity, and silhouettes
Attend trade shows such as JCK Las Vegas to monitor emerging fashion trends
Manage the Open-to-Buy (OTB) budget
Monitor sell-through rates and inventory health
Make data-driven decisions on pricing, reorders, and markdowns
Cultivate and maintain long-term factory and wholesaler relationships
Evaluate vendor performance based on quality control, lead times, and reliability
Partner with Marketing and Creative teams to communicate the jewelry story across channels
Provide product knowledge training to sales and operations teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in jewelry buying, retail merchandising, and fashion product development within a retail environment
Bachelor’s Degree
Strong understanding of fine and/or fashion jewelry, including metal types, gemstone grading, and manufacturing processes
Ability to translate complex sales data into actionable buying strategies
Proficiency in retail math (Markup, GMROI, Sell-through)
Proven “eye” for emerging jewelry trends and ability to translate high-fashion trends into sales conversion
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to build rapport with diverse international vendors
Strong working ability in Excel
Experience with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) or ERP systems
GIA certification or similar jewelry industry credentials preferred but not required
Experience in luxury or specialty boutique retail preferred
Background in global procurement and logistics with an emphasis on retail preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits package
Medical, dental and vision coverage
401(k)
Generous personal/vacation accrual policy
Exceptional employee discount on JTV product
24-hour private Fitness Center for all JTV employees and their immediate family
Employee park with Walking Trail, Frisbee Golf, Volleyball and MORE!
Collaborative culture with a focus on growth and development