Posted 1w ago

Project Director - IGJS (High Jewellery Show)

@ Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:curating exhibitors, acquiring buyers, leading teams
Requirements Summary:Senior leader with 12+ years in international exhibitions or luxury brand management, proven experience curating boutique high-jewellery shows, global buyer acquisition, team leadership, and strong luxury market network.
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1.
Strategic Positioning & Vision

  • Define
    IGJS Jaipur as a high jewellery, design-led, premium sourcing platform,
    not a mass trade show

  • Develop
    a clear brand identity aligned with luxury, rarity, craftsmanship,
    and exclusivity

  • Benchmark
    global boutique shows and continuously refine positioning

 2.
Exhibitor Curation (Core Responsibility)

  • Handpick
    and curate top-tier exhibitors:

    • High
      jewellery houses

    • Diamond
      and gemstone specialists

    • Designer
      brands and ateliers

  • Maintain strict quality control — limited booths, no dilution
  • Build
    a balanced mix of legacy brands.   


  •  3.
    International Buyer Acquisition

  • Personally
    lead global buyer outreach strategy:

    • UHNW
      retailers

    • Chainstores,
      Marquee Brands, Majors

    • Luxury
      boutiques

  • Ensure hosted buyer programs with strong ROI
  • Build
    relationships with key global markets (US, Europe, Oceania, Middle
    East, Far East)

 4.
Relationship Management

  • Act
    as the face of the IGJS show internationally

  • Build
    long-term relationships with:

    • Top
      exhibitors

    • High-value
      buyers

    • Industry
      influencers

  • Conduct closed-door meetings, previews, and networking formats

 5. Show
Experience & Format

  • Design
    a boutique, premium show format:

    • Limited
      exclusive exhibitors

    • Pre-scheduled
      meetings

    • Private
      viewing rooms

  • Elevate:
    • Booth
      aesthetics

    • Venue
      experience

    • Hospitality
      standards

  • Introduce
    elements like:

    • Curated
      showcases

    • Trend
      presentations

 

6. Global
Marketing & Branding

  • Lead international branding strategy:
    • Luxury-focused
      campaigns

    • Digital
      + on-ground promotions

  • Collaborate
    with:

    • Global
      PR agencies

    • Industry
      publications

    • Influencers
      in jewellery & luxury space

  • Ensure consistent premium messaging across all touchpoints

 7. Team
Leadership & Execution

  • Build
    and manage a dedicated IGJS team (exhibitor sales, buyer
    acquisition, marketing)

  • Coordinate
    with internal stakeholders and external partners

  • Ensure flawless execution aligned with global luxury standards

Core
Competencies

  • Strong global network in jewellery/luxury ecosystem
  • Deep
    understanding of:

    • High
      jewellery segment

    • Diamond
      & gemstone trade

  • Exceptional curation and aesthetic sense
  • Strategic
    thinker with execution capability



Requirements

  • 12–18+
    years in:

    • International
      exhibitions (preferably jewellery/luxury)

    • Luxury
      brand management

    • High-end
      B2B platforms

  • Proven
    experience in curated or boutique shows (not mass exhibitions)

  • Strong
    exposure to global jewellery markets