Jewellery Product Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and commercially savvy Jewellery Product Manager based in Dubai, UAE, to lead the creation and expansion of our personalised jewellery collection. This role offers a unique chance to build a jewellery category from the ground up and design products that captivate customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement the jewellery category roadmap.
• Develop seasonal collections and launch new products.
• Conduct research on international jewellery, fashion, and gifting trends.
• Conceptualise personalised jewellery offerings.
• Oversee the entire product development process from initial concept through production.
• Evaluate samples to ensure high quality standards.
• Source and manage relationships with global suppliers, including negotiating pricing, minimum order quantities, and lead times.
• Formulate pricing strategies and monitor profit margins.
• Forecast demand and coordinate with operations for inventory management.
• Lead the introduction of every jewellery collection.
• Direct the creative vision for all product photography and videography.
• Create detailed briefs for photoshoots covering styling, props, models, backgrounds, and shots.
• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, designers, and marketing teams to ensure premium product presentation.
• Review and approve all product images prior to launch.
• Ensure product pages provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Work closely with Marketing, E-commerce, Operations, and Customer Experience departments.

Candidate Requirements

• 4 to 6 years' experience in jewellery product management, product development, buying, or category management.
• Familiarity with jewellery manufacturers and suppliers.
• Solid understanding of personalised jewellery products.
• Commercial acumen with expertise in pricing, costing, and margin control.
• Excellent project management and organisational abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• A genuine passion for jewellery, fashion, gifting, and consumer brands.

Preferred Background

• Experience in jewellery, fashion accessories, gifting, or lifestyle brands is highly valued.
• Exposure to personalised jewellery, direct-to-consumer brands, or e-commerce is advantageous.
• Experience sourcing products from regions such as China, India, Thailand, or Turkey is beneficial.

Success Milestones

• Release innovative personalised jewellery collections within the first year.
• Establish a dependable network of manufacturing partners.
• Create a distinctive jewellery range that enhances the brand identity.
• Drive improvements in category sales, profitability, and customer engagement.
• Set a benchmark for outstanding product presentation with high-quality photography, video, and storytelling.

Why Join Us

This role transcends traditional product management—it's a chance to spearhead one of the company's key growth categories. You will have the autonomy to craft meaningful jewellery products that resonate with customers across the Middle East while operating within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.