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Career Center HomeSearch JobsDirector of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Results Job Details Explore Location Director of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy Share Print CAZA Collective Denver, Colorado, United States (on-site) Director of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy Share Print CAZA Collective Denver, Colorado, United States (on-site) Posted 8 hours ago Director of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy Share Print CAZA Collective Denver, Colorado, United States (on-site) Job Type Full-Time Job Duration Indefinite Salary $145,000.00 - $175,000.00 Min Experience 7-10 Years Min Education None Required Travel None Salary - Type Yearly Salary Job Function Strategy/Planning Director of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Director of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Merchandising & Inventory Strategy to join a growing fine jewelry organization. This high-impact leadership role will serve as the bridge between creative vision and commercial performance, helping bring greater structure, discipline, and scalability to the merchandising and inventory function. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in fine jewelry merchandising, inventory planning, Open-to-Buy strategy, and leadership. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership to drive inventory productivity, optimize assortment decisions, strengthen vendor partnerships, and support long-term growth initiatives. This position is ideal for a commercially minded leader who is both analytical and collaborative, with the confidence to make proactive, data-driven recommendations while operating in an evolving and entrepreneurial environment. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and refine Open-to-Buy strategy aligned with sales, margin, inventory, and growth objectives.Analyze category, product, and inventory performance to guide replenishment, reduction, and purchasing decisions.Partner with leadership on purchasing strategies and monthly inventory investment planning.Monitor inventory health, including stock levels, replenishment needs, inventory productivity, and aged inventory.Evaluate product assortment performance across core, seasonal, and specialty product categories.Identify opportunities to replenish, reposition, reduce, or sunset products based on business performance and trends.Develop strategies to manage slow-moving, aged, and excess inventory.Improve and streamline merchandising and inventory-related processes throughout the organization.Strengthen vendor and supplier partnerships and support sourcing initiatives.Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, leadership, creative teams, and key stakeholders.Lead, mentor, and develop merchandising and inventory team members.Translate reporting and business data into actionable recommendations for executive leadership.Support systems optimization and inventory technology enhancements.Help drive organizational growth and operational scalability initiatives. Candidate Attributes Include Strong financial and commercial decision-making capabilities.Ability to balance creativity with business strategy.Excellent analytical skills and comfort using inventory and reporting data.Strong leadership presence with coaching and team development experience.Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple departments.Confident communicator capable of presenting recommendations and challenging ideas professionally.Highly organized with a process improvement mindset.Experience navigating change within a growing organization. Qualifications Required: Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in merchandising, buying, inventory planning, or product leadership within the fine jewelry industry.Minimum 2+ years of leadership experience managing teams or leading through layered team structures.Demonstrated expertise in Open-to-Buy planning, inventory productivity, assortment strategy, replenishment, and aged inventory management.Strong business and financial acumen.Experience working with retail inventory management systems and reporting tools.Proven success building structure and improving processes within evolving organizations.Fine jewelry industry experience required. Preferred Experience working within founder-led or designer-led businesses.Experience supporting multi-location retail environments.Experience with inventory system implementations or transitions. WORKING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENT Location: On-site in Denver, ColoradoEmployment Type: Full-TimeRelocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates Compensation Competitive compensation package commensurate with experienceBonus eligibility available Benefits & Perks Health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and company holidaysEmployee discount programRelocation assistance available for qualified candidatesOpportunity to join a growing and evolving fine jewelry organization during an exciting stage of expansion About The Company Our client is an established and rapidly growing fine jewelry organization known for exceptional craftsmanship, elevated client experiences, and a strong brand identity. The company blends creativity with operational excellence and is seeking a strategic leader to help strengthen merchandising operations and support its next phase of growth. This role requires U.S. work authorization, as it is based in the United States. Please be advised that sponsorship for employment visas is not available through CAZA Collective or our clients. CAZA Collective proudly represents leading organizations across the diamond, gem, jewelry, and luxury industries. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable hiring process. Job ID: 84296760 CAZA Collective Human Resources/Staffing Aliso Viejo , CA , US CAZA Collective: Matching the Diamond, Gem & Jewelry Industry with Top Talent The CAZA Collective is a staffing and recruiting company with a dedicated focus on the Diamond, Gem, and Jewelry industry. We take pride in offering tailored talent solutions that cover all facets of this specialized field, ensuring that businesses and professionals alike find the perfect match to foster growth and success. Our expertise spans across a wide range of industry sectors, including Diamond Mining and Trading, Jewelry Manufacturing... 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