Jewellery Design Head

16 hours ago


Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000 per year

Job Title: Head - Jewellery Design

Position Overview

The Head of Design will be responsible for establishing and leading the design function for the jewellery house. This role involves creating a strong design identity for the brand, setting up the design team, and driving the end-to-end design process from trend research and concept creation to final product approval. The individual will work closely with external manufacturers and vendors to ensure designs are translated into high-quality finished jewellery that aligns with brand vision and customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

1. Establishing the Design Function

  • Build and structure the design department, including recruitment and training of designers, CAD specialists, and support staff.
  • Define design processes, standards, and systems for consistency and efficiency.
  • Develop an archive/database of designs for future reference and brand continuity.

2. Creative Vision & Strategy

  • Set the creative direction for seasonal and annual collections.
  • Translate brand ethos and customer preferences into innovative, market-ready jewellery designs.
  • Create design briefs, mood boards, and seasonal themes for collections.

3. Trend & Market Research

  • Monitor global and local jewellery trends, fashion influences, and customer insights.
  • Benchmark competitor designs and pricing strategies.
  • Anticipate shifts in consumer demand and adapt the brand's design strategy accordingly.

4. Coordination with Manufacturers

  • Collaborate with external manufacturing partners to ensure feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and timely execution of designs.
  • Provide detailed specifications, CAD files, and design clarifications to manufacturers.
  • Review samples and prototypes, ensuring adherence to design quality and brand standards.
  • Resolve technical design challenges in consultation with manufacturers.

5. New Product Development

  • Approve final concepts for prototyping and production.
  • Ensure a balanced product mix of traditional, contemporary, and fast-moving designs.
  • Oversee quality standards for design execution before commercial launch.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with Merchandising & Sales to align designs with consumer preferences and sales targets.
  • Partner with Marketing for product launches, look-books, and brand campaigns.
  • Liaise with sourcing teams for gemstones, precious metals, and innovative materials.

7. Leadership & Decision-Making

  • Act as the final authority for approving collections and design directions.
  • Mentor and inspire the design team to push creative boundaries while staying commercially viable.
  • Present design concepts and strategies to top management for approval.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong creative vision with proven jewellery design expertise.
  • Ability to set up and scale a design team from scratch.
  • Excellent knowledge of CAD, gemstones, and jewellery finishing techniques.
  • Strong vendor management and external collaboration skills.
  • Balance of creativity and commercial acumen.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Jewellery Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in jewellery design, with leadership exposure.
  • Prior experience in setting up or leading a design team is highly desirable.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating design expertise and creative direction.

Interested candidates can reach out to Saurabh on and share the resumes on whatsapp / email to

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