Gemologist Assistant Manager

About the role

The Assistant Manager position at Brilliant Earth supports the Procurement and Vendor Relations functions, assisting in the procurement of gemstone purchases and managing vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the procurement of all gemstone purchases.
• Support escalation management and work with vendors who share Brilliant Earth’s commitment to responsible sourcing.
• Coordinate tasks and resources to maintain strong vendor networks.
• Assist with planning and maintaining optimal inventory levels across the gemstone department.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and fulfillment teams to ensure precise inventory tracking and communication.
• Aid in recruiting, training, and developing team members.
• Empower team members to resolve day-to-day challenges and maintain high performance.
• Aid in formulating and implementing systems, policies, and procedures that drive efficient business operations.
• Ensure that procurement practices and vendor operations meet Brilliant Earth’s quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Support adherence to responsible and traceable supply chain practices aligned with high standards of social and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate gemology degree preferred.
• Industry experience in gems and diamonds required.
• Proven experience with vendor management, supply chain operations, or production in a product, retail, or eCommerce environment.
• Roads computer skills with a strong working knowledge of ERP systems and related software.
• Experience with team management and the ability to support the growth of high-performing teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, start-up environment.