Job Title: Merchandise Coordinator – Cruise Travel Retail
Salary: $50,000 - $65,000
Location: New York, NY (Onsite)
About Us:
Effy Jewelry is a renowned, family-owned business with over four decades of excellence in crafting exquisite fine jewelry. Founded by Effy Hematian, our brand has become synonymous with exceptional design, superior craftsmanship, and unparalleled quality. Our innovative collections are available at prestigious retailers worldwide, as well as in over 150 Land and Cruise Line-based boutiques.
Overview:
As a Merchandise Coordinator in the Cruise Travel Retail sector, you will directly support the buying team in managing product assortments, order processing, vendor communication, and inventory coordination. Your role will ensure smooth operational execution of the buying strategy and contribute to delivering a best-in-class retail experience for cruise guests across multiple ships and ports.
Key Responsibilities:
- Buying Support: Assist buyers with the execution of product assortments, order entry, and system maintenance.
- Vendor Coordination: Communicate with brand and supplier partners regarding product information, order status, samples, pricing updates, and promotional materials.
- Inventory Management: Track purchase orders, monitor inventory levels, manage replenishments, and assist in allocation planning to ensure optimal stock across cruise ships.
- Reporting and Analysis: Prepare sales reports, stock reports, and other performance analyses to support data-driven buying decisions.
- Administrative Support: Maintain accurate product databases, support SKU creation and maintenance, and handle necessary documentation related to orders and vendor communications.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with planning, logistics, and shipboard operations teams to ensure seamless execution from product sourcing to onboard availability.
- Promotions and Launches: Assist the buying team in coordinating product launches, seasonal collections, and promotional activities through administrative and operational support.
Requirements:
- 1-2 years of experience in merchandise coordination, buying assistant roles, or related retail support positions (travel retail or cruise industry experience a plus).
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and experience with retail inventory systems (e.g., JDA, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with vendors and internal teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to occasionally travel to support buying meetings, vendor appointments, or cruise operations if needed.
Preferred:
- Background in luxury, beauty, fashion, or accessories categories.
- Familiarity with international logistics, duty-free regulations, or cruise retail operations.
Effy Jewelry is committed to diversity in its workplace and is proud to offer equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in the location in which the candidate is applying. Effy Jewelry applicants are assessed solely on their qualifications for the role, without regard to disability or need for accommodation.
