Career Opportunities
As a top designer jewelry retailer, Cornell's Jewelers takes pride in its quality products and quality people. We play a part in some of life's biggest moments and build long-lasting customer relationships every day. Our success is fueled by a team that’s passionate about what they do. Get in touch with us if you think you’re our next perfect fit!
Please feel free to send us your resume.
WHY JOIN CORNELL'S JEWELERS?
Our goals are ambitious
We have only the best on our team, so that the experience of choosing a lifelong gift or special self-purchase is one of a kind. We want our customers to become part of the family and keep coming back for years to come.
The work is interesting and challenging
Now more than ever, we must be creative. We are navigating the new world of retail and in a way, it has never been more exciting. New challenges require new solutions, and our team is always on the ball. Working together to find fun new ways to reach our customers and keep them coming back is just one of the things we do best.
We hire exceptional people
We think that's reason enough to want in. When we have one of the COOLEST jewelry stores in America, (according to INSTORE Magazine), we want cool people on our team. We are continuously building a team with individuals willing to break new ground in a retail environment - who want to continually grow to new levels while having fun along the way. Life is always more interesting when you are on the road to success, whether for sales, marketing, or the person of first impressions.
Pay and compensation
- The sky's the limit
- Health care coverage (full time)
- Dental benefits (full time)
- Profit sharing (full time)
- Company parties and lots of laughter
- Learn more about our team. Send your resume to info@cornellsjewelers.com
Open Positions
Sales Professional
At Cornell’s Jewelers, our Sales Professionals are more than salespeople — they are trusted guides who help celebrate life’s most meaningful moments. We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about building genuine connections, thrives in a team-oriented environment, and takes pride in delivering the exceptional service our guests have come to expect. This is a chance to be part of a family-owned business with a long history and a reputation for excellence in the Rochester community.
Cornell’s Jewelers is looking for a talented full-time Sales Professional with a passion for giving an impeccable guest experience that is unique to our store.
Qualifications:
• Luxury sales experience preferred, Jewelry sales experience a plus
• Attention to detail and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Excels in building lasting client relationships
• Must have exceptional customer service and communication skills
Full Benefits Package:
• Health and dental insurance
• 401k
• Generous employee discount
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Unlimited earning potential
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to info@cornellsjewelers.com
Merchandise Planning Analyst
Department: Office Team
Reports To: Buyer
The Merchandise Planning Analyst at Cornell’s Jewelers plays a key role in ensuring optimal inventory levels across all product categories and price points, with the goal of maximizing sales opportunities while minimizing excess inventory and stockouts. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory data, analyzing sales trends and inventory turns, and collaborating with both the Buyer and Sales teams to align inventory levels with customer demand and business strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels across all categories (bridal, fashion jewelry, timepieces, etc.) to ensure optimal stock positions.
• Weekly reports and monthly reports (levels, categories), quarterly deep dives
• Generate and maintain accurate inventory reports, including stock valuation, aging reports, and sell-through analyses.
• Assist in forecasting demand and planning inventory purchases by analyzing historical sales trends, seasonality, and promotional calendars.
• Identify and recommend slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory for markdown, clearance, or return to vendors. Aged monthly reports
• Ensure accurate data entry of inventory receipts, transfers, adjustments, and returns in the point-of-sale/inventory management system.
• Support inventory cycle counts and physical inventory audits to maintain data integrity, track down missing inventory items during inventory.
• Collaborate closely with the Buyer and Sales team to align inventory strategy with sales goals and marketing initiatives.
• Communicate with vendors regarding order status, deliveries, and discrepancies when needed.
• Recommend inventory best practices and process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce shrinkage.
• Source and track all call stones
• Manage scrap refining process and ensure timely turn around
• Estate items, review what comes in from scrap, send to shop for refurbish and receive in POS.
• Manage all loose diamond inventory, provide suggestions to CEO for additional buys. Manage relationship with diamond vendors.
• Manage memo inventory, reconcile monthly on hand and confirm cost
• Help with floor coverage as needed during events or busy times
• Fill in for receiving and Special orders when Inventory Receiving specialist is out
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Inventory Turnover Rate — Target turns aligned with industry benchmarks and category goals. (Category, level and vendor)
• Stockout Rate — Maintain stockout percentage below defined threshold (e.g., <5% on key SKUs) – get fast sellers in.
• Inventory Accuracy — Maintain inventory accuracy rate of ≥98% during cycle counts and annual audits. Report on it
• Aged Inventory Value — Monitor and reduce % of inventory aged over 365 days.
• Inventory Compliance — Ensure timely completion and reconciliation of cycle counts (e.g., 100% adherence to schedule).
• Order & Delivery Management — Ensure vendor orders are placed and delivered on time with a high level of accuracy (target: ≥95% accuracy and on-time delivery). Weekly management of open PO’s for Stock and Memo items.
• GMROI
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to info@cornellsjewelers.com