Saks Global Category Specialist
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- May 17, 2026
About Saks Global
David Yurman is an American luxury jewelry house renowned for its sculptural designs and signature cable motif. As a family-founded maison with global retail and wholesale reach, the brand combines artisanal craftsmanship with contemporary commercial strategy and maintains a reputation for refined, design-driven collections.
David Yurman — Category Specialist in New York: lead category merchandising, assortment planning and commercial analysis for the luxury jewelry brand.
Role & Responsibilities
- Own category performance through rigorous analysis of sales, margin and inventory metrics; translate data into actionable merchandising decisions.
- Develop assortment plans and product mix recommendations in collaboration with design, buying and wholesale teams to optimize sell-through and margin.
- Support seasonal planning cycles, including range planning, pricing strategy, promotional cadence and product lifecycle management.
- Prepare weekly and monthly category reports and business reviews for commercial leadership, highlighting risks, opportunities and corrective actions.
- Partner with retail, wholesale and e-commerce stakeholders to ensure consistent merchandise execution and timely product launches.
- Monitor inventory health and recommend replenishment, markdowns or transfers to minimize ageing and maximize sell-through.
- Coordinate with vendors and internal production teams to follow up on delivery timelines, quality issues and allocation decisions.
Qualifications
- Proven expertise in category or merchandising roles within luxury fashion or fine jewelry environments.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial KPIs into merchandising actions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel for modelling, forecasting and scenario analysis.
- Effective communicator able to influence cross-functional stakeholders and present to senior management.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires 3–5 years of progressive merchandising or category management experience within luxury retail, wholesale, or a brand environment; prior exposure to fine jewelry or accessories is strongly preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related discipline preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
David Yurman blends artisanal heritage with contemporary commercial rigor, fostering a collaborative environment where design sensibility and business discipline intersect. The workplace values craftsmanship, attention to detail and cross‑functional teamwork typical of a pedigree luxury house.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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