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Brilliant Earth

Gemologist Assistant Manager

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

In this role, you will assist in managing the procurement of gemstone purchases while contributing ... We were founded to cultivate a more transparent, sustainable, compassionate, & inclusive jewelry ...

Brilliant Earth

Gemologist Manager

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

You will be responsible for managing procurement, supply chain, and vendor management functions ... You will also play a key role in advancing our goal of cultivating a more responsible jewelry ...

Brilliant Earth

Gemologist Manager

Secaucus, NJ

$80K - $95K/yr

In this role, you will be directing the procurement of all our gemstone purchases. In addition, you ... We were founded to cultivate a more transparent, sustainable, compassionate, & inclusive jewelry ...

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How much do jewelry procurement jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for jewelry procurement in the United States is $31.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Jewelry Procurement, and why are they important?

To thrive in Jewelry Procurement, you need expertise in gemology, market analysis, and sourcing, typically supported by a relevant degree or certification such as a Graduate Gemologist (GG) credential. Familiarity with inventory management systems, jewelry valuation tools, and international supply chain platforms is common in this field. Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and attention to detail are essential soft skills for success. These competencies ensure the acquisition of authentic, high-quality pieces at competitive prices, directly impacting business profitability and reputation.

What are some common challenges faced in a jewelry procurement role, and how can they be addressed?

Jewelry procurement professionals often face challenges such as fluctuating gemstone and precious metal prices, ensuring ethical sourcing, and maintaining relationships with reliable suppliers. Navigating these challenges requires staying updated on market trends, implementing robust supplier vetting processes, and adhering to industry standards for responsible sourcing. Building strong negotiation skills and maintaining transparent communication channels with vendors also help in securing quality materials and minimizing supply chain disruptions.

What is jewelry procurement?

Jewelry procurement is the process of sourcing, purchasing, and managing the acquisition of materials, gemstones, and finished jewelry pieces for a business or organization. Professionals in jewelry procurement work closely with suppliers, negotiate prices, ensure quality standards, and manage inventory. Their main goal is to secure high-quality products at competitive prices while maintaining ethical sourcing and compliance with industry regulations.

What is the difference between Jewelry Procurement vs Jewelry Buyer?

AspectJewelry ProcurementJewelry Buyer
ResponsibilitiesSource and negotiate with suppliers, manage vendor relationships, oversee procurement processesSelect and purchase jewelry pieces for retail, analyze market trends, manage inventory
CredentialsKnowledge of supply chain, vendor management, industry standardsUnderstanding of jewelry market, sales, and customer preferences
Work EnvironmentProcurement offices, supplier meetings, industry trade showsRetail stores, showrooms, online platforms

Jewelry Procurement focuses on sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, while Jewelry Buyers select and purchase jewelry for retail purposes based on market trends and customer demand. Both roles require industry knowledge but differ in their primary functions and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Jewelry Procurement job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,142 per year, or $31.8 per hour.
Associate Director, Production Planning & Procurement

Associate Director, Production Planning & Procurement

Orca Bio

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

More than one million people in the United States today are fighting blood cancer. While a traditional allogeneic stem cell transplant has been the best hope for many, the transplant itself can prove fatal or lead to serious conditions, such as graft vs. host disease. Orca Bio is a late-stage biotechnology company redefining the transplant process by developing next-generation cell therapies with the goal of providing significantly better survival rates with dramatically fewer risks. With our purified, high-precision investigational cell therapies we hope to not only replace patients' blood and immune systems with healthy ones, but also restore their lives.
 
We have built a state-of-the-art, 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Sacramento, CA (7910 Metro Air Pkwy) to ensure the consistent and reliable delivery of our high-precision cell therapy products. This site is essential to advancing our clinical pipeline and supporting future commercial availability of our life-saving therapies.

The Associate Director, Production Planning & Procurement leads planning and procurement functions while driving the design, implementation and optimization of manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning connections across cell therapy manufacturing sites.  This role ensures robust, compliant and scalable planning and procurement processes with digital systems to enable accurate, real-time visibility and uninterrupted production of clinical and commercial cell therapy products.  The Associate Director will partner with Manufacturing, Finance IT, Facilities and Quality to deliver a reliable planning foundation that supports operations and data-drive decision-making.  
Physical Demands
  • Production Associate Roles: Must have visual acuity of 20/20 (corrected or uncorrected) and normal color vision to safely perform critical tasks such as visual inspection of materials, equipment, and labeling, including distinguishing color-coded components in a GMP environment.
  • Most roles must be able to meet cleanroom gowning requirements, including wearing full gowning (face coverings, gloves, hoods, goggles) for extended periods, as needed. Use of cosmetics (makeup, painted nails), jewelry, or facial piercings is not permitted in the cleanroom, and any skin conditions that cause shedding must be disclosed.
Work Conditions
  • Many roles must be able to work at either Orca Bio Sacramento location (3400 Business Dr. or 7910 Metro Air Pkwy) based on operational needs, as well as regularly participate in video-based meetings. Also, may be required to work scheduled overtime, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.
Key Responsibilities
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Production Planning
  • Lead site production planning, production scheduling, and material planning to meet customer service and operational targets
  • Manage production and material capacity planning aligned with clinical and commercial demand forecasts developing and analyzing operational scenarios to support capacity and demand needs.
  • Ensure effective inventory strategies to maintain optimal raw material, consumable, and finished product levels.
  • Develop Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes for cell therapy programs across internal manufacturing sites.
  • Facilitate relationships with internal commercial stakeholders and suppliers and vendors, where appropriate
 
Digital Systems
  • Serve as site business lead for MES and ERP system deployment, configuration, and optimization.
  • Partner with IT, Engineering, and other functions to define requirements, ensure seamless integration, and enable end-to-end planning functionality.
  • Translate planning processes into digital workflows, ensuring master data accuracy, transactional discipline, and real-time visibility.
  • Drive user adoption, training, and change management for MES/ERP solutions at the site.
 
Process Improvement & Analytics
  • Implement best practices in production planning, leveraging system capabilities to improve forecast accuracy, scheduling efficiency, material availability, and cost competitiveness.
  • Establish KPIs and dashboards for planning performance, leveraging ERP/MES data for decision-making.
  • Identify and resolve systemic bottlenecks in planning processes through digital solutions
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, coach and develop a team of planners and system users.
  • Build a culture of digital fluency, continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making within the planning function. Build a culture of digital fluency, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making within the planning function.
 
Leadership
  • Effectively lead, mentor, and coach a direct team
  • Oversees the daily workflow of the department and performance to goals and deliverables
  • Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff 
  • Provides constructive and timely performance feedback and evaluations 
 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related fields.
  • 5-7 years of progressive supply chain experience in biomanufacturing, cell therapies or advanced therapies.
  • Leadership of digital transformation initiatives including MES and ERP systems.
  • Strong knowledge of production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), and capacity planning within manufacturing.
  • Proven success leading cross-functional teams and driving operational results.
  • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with autologous or allogeneic cell therapy supply chains.
  • Familiarity with both clinical and commercial supply chain models.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing, chain of identity/custody requirements, and vein-to-vein workflows.
Personal Qualities & Physical Demands
  • Demonstrates strong work ethic, curiosity to learn and contribute in a fast-paced collaborative environment 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively 
  • Ability to work in a collaborative manner 
  • Strong problem-solving skills  
  • Domestic and international travel may be required from time to time as needed (approximately 10-25%). Office and GMP warehouse/manufacturing environment. 
  • May require occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. and gowning into cleanroom areas. 
  • Requires sitting, standing, working in an office environment and computer use.
$145,000 - $175,000 a year
The anticipated annual salary range for this job is based on prior experience in the role/industry, education, location, internal equity, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. For remote-based positions, this range may vary based on your local market. Full-time employment positions will also be eligible to receive pre-IPO equity and annual bonus, in addition to competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, PTO, 401(k) plan, life and accidental death and disability coverage, and parental leave benefits. Other perks include subsidized daily lunches and snacks at our on-site locations.
 
Who we are
 
We are driven by a passion for science and compassion for patients. We act with urgency to ensure our treatments are one day accessible to all who need them.
 
We live by our core values of passion, courage, and integrity. Excellence in our work means the chance to unlock a better quality of life for our patients, and with that comes tremendous responsibility.
 
We innovate on a path that hasn't been paved. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and take calculated risks to achieve our mission. We aren't afraid to ask "why not" and challenge the status quo.
 
We maintain a start-up culture of camaraderie and leadership by example, regardless of title.
 
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and recognize that celebrating our differences creates stronger, lasting solutions that better serve our team, our patients and their healthcare providers.
 
Notice to staffing firms
 
Orca Bio does not accept resumes from staffing agencies with which we do not have a written agreement and specific engagement for a particular opening. Our employment activities, inquiries and offers are managed through our HR/Talent team, and all candidates are presented through this channel only. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, and we rarely outsource recruitment.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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