Centric Brands · 1 day ago
Vice President, Design & Merchandising - Jewelry
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expCentric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs and sells high-quality products across various segments. The Vice President of Design & Merchandising for Jewelry will lead the design and merchandising strategy, overseeing the development of trend-relevant jewelry assortments and collaborating with multiple departments to ensure product quality and timely delivery.
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Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of the seasonal design and merchandising strategy, from concept through commercialization
Oversee a cross-functional design and product development organization to create original, trend-relevant jewelry assortments that align with brand DNA, market demand, and financial objectives
Partner closely with Production, Merchandising, Sales, and Brand Management to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of high-quality product while driving innovation and growth
Source market inspiration, competitive samples, and trend intelligence; conduct research to identify relevant trends, materials, techniques, and finishes for each brand and jewelry category
Review and provide strategic direction on competitive analysis, concept boards, material boards, CAD mock-ups, color and finish callouts, and inspirational materials for internal and external presentations
Oversee development of initial seasonal jewelry design concepts within the context of overall assortment strategy, brand positioning, and cost structure
Review and approve seasonal style plans, ensuring balance across categories such as fashion jewelry, demi-fine, and statement pieces, as applicable
Coordinate across design teams to ensure cohesive brand storytelling and consistency while maintaining distinct brand identities
Supervise creation and approval of sketches, CADs, specification sheets, and line sheets
Review product development logs and seasonal boards to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to timelines
Approve materials, components, stones, finishes, and trims; ensure quality, cost, and aesthetic alignment with brand standards
Review and sign off on samples, color standards, plating, and finishes in accordance with licensor and brand directives
Oversee prototype and development reviews; identify and resolve technical, construction, durability, and quality issues
Partner with Production to ensure jewelry is engineered, tested, and delivered on time, within cost targets, and to required quality and compliance standards
Build and maintain strong relationships with licensors, brand partners, suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders
Attend trade shows, markets, and industry events to remain current on trends, materials, techniques, and competitive landscape
Partner with Merchandising and Sales to identify new product opportunities and ensure assortments support sales strategies and customer needs
Collaborate with Sales on showroom merchandising and line presentations; present seasonal collections to senior leadership, key accounts, and buyers
Partner with Brand Management and Sales on product storytelling and collateral to support wholesale and retail needs
Manage ongoing communication with global manufacturers and suppliers to support development, sourcing, and innovation initiatives
Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of full-time, part-time, and freelance jewelry designers
Assess and plan staffing needs across brands and categories; manage resources effectively
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture and contribute positively to the broader leadership team
Attract, develop, and retain top design talent; set performance goals, provide ongoing feedback, and establish succession plans
Monitor and evaluate individual and team performance to ensure accountability and results
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience in jewelry design and development, including materials, construction, stones, finishes, and manufacturing techniques
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design, Jewelry Design, or a related field
10–12 years of design experience with significant leadership experience in jewelry or closely related categories
Strong creative vision combined with technical expertise in sketching, CAD, jewelry construction, and production processes
Demonstrated merchandising sensibility and ability to balance creativity with commercial objectives
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; collaborative and team-oriented
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD systems, and Mac-based environments
Benefits
Commission earnings
Annual bonus
Other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs
Company
Centric Brands
Centric Brands is an apparel and accessories company that sells accessories for children, women, and men.
1001-5000 employees
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Jason Rabin
Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Gluckman
Senior Vice President/Division Head of Soft Accessories and Seasonal Footwear
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