Location: New York,NY, USA
Position OverviewTiffany & Co. is seeking an analyst with an entrepreneurial spirit and self-starting approach, strong analytical skills and passion for jewelry to join our Global Category Management Jewelry team. Primary functions include sales analysis and reporting, competitive research, supporting new product development and analyzing pricing to maximize profitability. In addition, you will support sample inventory management and meetings and presentation needs. Key AccountabilitiesReportingMaintain and distribute weekly/monthly sales dashboards, product plans, and competitive landscape reporting per the merchandising schedule and as needed.Aid and develop analytical models to support projects business needs. Competitive ResearchConduct regular competitive market research on product offering, pricing and positioning.Create reports on competitive research findingsReport new competitor launches and initiatives as they occur. New ProductCreate and maintain product plans and systems throughout various stages of development, ensuring accuracy of item detail.Ensure critical SKU level details within category architectures are systematically maintained and project milestones are met on a timely basis.Research product offerings to aid the initiation of new product development to ensure the product strategy remains robust and competitive.Analyze classification, price point and sales trends to inform decisions on new productPricingAid with execution and implementation of margin reviews and pricing strategies to ensure target requirements are met for the formal price change process.Conduct analysis and gather comparable product information to inform retail, cost and margin targets as well as final retails for new products.Model pricing scenarios for optimization, validating pricing based on sales volume and margin drivers to inform decisions. Additional Responsibilities Respond to branch or internal partner inquiries and offer appropriate suggestions in a timely manner.Aid with sample management in conjunction with Inventory Control team.Prepare product category reviews and conference meeting materials as well as assist with other administrative tasks and projects as needed to respond to business needs.Respond to ad-hoc pricing needs Required QualificationsProven ability to support others and function effectively in a cross-functional team environmentStrategic, full-circle thinkingAbility to manage and uphold departmental standards and business directionStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsStrong project management skillsProcess-orientedAccurate and attentive to detailsAbility to be flexible and adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to prioritize and meet deadlinesProficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) with ability to learn new softwareUndergraduate College degreePrior Project Management/Product Development experience, preferably in a luxury branded productPreferred QualificationsOverall industry knowledge for product categoryOverall product development manufacturing process knowledgeBasic Gemstone knowledge; Graduate Gemologist a plusVIE Program Requirements:Ages 18 - 28French or European Union citizenBe available to work in New York, NY for the entire 18-month programBe in good standing with regard to the national service obligations of your country(ies) (defence ID n°)Available to devote yourself full time to your assignmentThe salary for this position is € 5072.76 per monthMinimum Salary: 5637.00 Maximum Salary: 5638.00 Salary Unit: Monthly