Job Description


Job Description – Business Strategy Associate


Company: Ethera Diamonds


Location: Mumbai


Reporting To: Directors / Founders


 


Role Overview


The Business Strategy Associate will work directly with the Directors of Ethera Diamonds and play a key role in strategic planning, business analysis, and execution of high-impact initiatives. This role is ideal for an IIT graduate who wants first-hand exposure to leadership decision-making and end-to-end business operations in a fast-growing premium jewellery brand. This is a leadership-track role, going beyond traditional executive support, with strong involvement in strategy formulation, cross-functional coordination, and performance tracking.


Key Responsibilities


Strategy & Planning



  • Support Directors in developing and executing short-term and long-term business strategies.

  • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and growth opportunity assessments.

  • Prepare business plans, strategy decks, and analytical notes for leadership reviews.

  • Track progress of strategic initiatives and flag risks, gaps, and improvement areas.


Director’s Office & Execution



  • Act as a bridge between the Directors and internal teams to ensure timely execution of priorities.

  • Convert leadership decisions into structured action plans with defined milestones.

  • Follow up with functional heads on critical initiatives and deliverables.

  • Support leadership meetings through agenda preparation, data collation, and action tracking.


Cross-Functional Projects



  • Work closely with Retail, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations teams.

  • Drive special projects such as store launches, process improvements, cost optimization, and system implementation.

  • Assist in designing SOPs, MIS frameworks, and performance dashboards.


Analytics & MIS



  • Analyze sales, margins, inventory, and operational data to support decision-making.

  • Prepare periodic MIS reports and present insights to the Directors.

  • Support scenario analysis, forecasting, and performance benchmarking.


Confidential & Strategic Support



  • Handle sensitive business information with discretion and professionalism.

  • Represent the Director’s office in internal discussions when required.


Candidate Profile


Education



  • Graduate/Postgraduate from IIT (Engineering / Technology / Management preferred).


Experience



  • 1–5 years of experience in strategy, consulting, startups, analytics, or fast-growth environments.

  • High-potential freshers with strong internships, case competitions, or leadership exposure will be considered.


Key Skills & Attributes



  • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities

  • Willingness to work in chaos

  • Extremely biased towards action

  • Previous Product experience is a plu

  • If a jewellery lover - then even better

  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools

  • High ownership, maturity, and ability to work with senior leadership

  • Comfort with ambiguity and fast-paced execution

  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

     


What This Role Offers



  • Direct exposure to founders and strategic decision-making

  • Opportunity to shape growth initiatives in a premium retail brand

  • Fast learning curve and visibility across the organization

  • Clear progression into strategy, operations, or leadership roles.


. Skillset Required: Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Cross-Functional Coordination, Data Analysis, Communication Skills, Project Management

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