Signet Jewelers

Detail Assistant

Support Center - Akron, OH Full time

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Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!

Supports the Buyers and Merchandising Department to maximize the development and maintenance of product assortments by coordinating with cross functional teams. Responsible for accuracy of all customer facing information including SKUs, diamond weights, descriptions, and photography.

Category Coordination

  • Weekly update and maintenance of Purchase Order Log

  • Daily review of Inventory Management System that requires research and resolution of all purchase order discrepancies, price variances and product quality control issues in collaboration with the distribution center

  • Vendor Communications

  • Responsible for vendor samples and vault integrity including live merchandise from DC

  • Responsible for annual sample inventory and DC live merchandise kiosk inventory

  • Key purchase orders

  • Updates departmental reporting

  • Actively participates in department trend discussions, ideation of new concepts and creation of trend boards

  • Works on special projects as assigned

Assortment / Inventory Management

  • Manages and facilitates buyer sample process

  • Responsible for submission of buyer selected product for advertising needs

  • Partners with cross functional teams to prepare product for Executive level meetings 

  • Manages the physical inventory process for multi-million dollar buyer location, which includes reconciling variances

Collaboration

  • Consistent communication and follow through with internal business partners (sample room, DC, MRPC, AP and QA)

  • Responsible for vendor samples and vault integrity including live merchandise from DC

  • Responsible for annual sample inventory and DC live merchandise kiosk inventory

  • Key purchase orders

  • Updates departmental reporting

  • Supports Omnichannel operations by collaborating with the Ecommerce team to ensure all product is added to the website

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) and/or job related experience

  • Demonstrate effective problem solving skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Team Player and detail oriented

  • Effective time management and organizational skills

  • Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite

  • Local to the office in Fairlawn, OH with the ability to be metal free and work in a metal free environment when necessary, based on security policy

  • Ability to follow company policy regarding access to confidential information

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered that is active on day 1 of employment

  • Generous 401(k) matching after just one year to help secure your financial future

  • Ample paid time off, plus seven holidays to recharge and unwind

  • Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise just for you

  • Dynamic Learning & Development programs to support your growth

  • And more!