Purchase Assistant - Jewelry

Job Summary:
The Purchase Assistant – Jewelry will support the procurement department in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials, gemstones, precious metals, and finished jewelry products. The role involves maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, ensuring quality standards, and coordinating with internal teams to meet business needs efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Purchase Manager in sourcing gemstones, precious metals, and jewelry components from approved suppliers.
• Prepare purchase orders, track shipments, and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier contracts.
• Coordinate with the design and production teams to understand material requirements.
• Conduct market research on jewelry trends, suppliers, and pricing to support decision-making.
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all purchased goods meet the company’s quality and authenticity standards.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in maintaining optimal inventory.
• Handle supplier communications, follow-ups, and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Support in preparing periodic procurement reports for management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the jewelry or luxury goods industry.
• Strong understanding of gemstones, precious metals, and jewelry components.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of procurement processes and inventory management.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and ERP systems.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Job Type: Full-time