Diamond Procurement Expert

Diamond Procurement Expert

General

We are seeking a commercial, passionate and dynamic individual to support the team and help drive daily operations forward with precision and efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to join a team of experts working in a growing business environment.

Responsibilities

As a Diamond Procurement Expert, your main responsibility will be to leverage your product and industry knowledge to accomplish the following missions:

Buying:

• Assist in facilitating the buying function of the team.
• Prepare and control physical stones for inspection.
• Organise returns of QC fails.
• Preparation of the buy sheets and the offer forms.
• Process final purchase paperwork.
• Track and audit GIA certificates.

Quoting:

• Search current stock for client enquiries.
• Work with buyers to source hard to find requests.
• Liaise with design team to create special orders.
• Create quotations for the sales liaison team.

Inventory and logistics:

• Daily stock control and maintenance of inventory records on SAP.
• Daily control of physical diamond and Gemstones.
• Identify diamonds and gemstones in preparation for production.
• Coordinate shipments with the logistic team and suppliers.

Auctions:

• Update the calendar.
• Pre-sale research and preparation of the buy sheets.
• Post sale purchase administration.

We expect the successful candidate to have the following background and skills:

• Previous experience in the jewellery industry and you are passionate about it.
• Diamond and gemstone expertise: GIA diamond certification is essential and understanding of the market trends a plus.
• Commercially driven, self-motivated and curious.
• Highly organised and a keen eye for detail.
• Work efficiently and accurately under pressure and have the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem solver.