The Gemstone Acquisition Coordinator supports the successful execution of high-volume, complex Hardstone product development initiatives by partnering with the Senior Analyst, Product Development, and cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
This role combines gemstone expertise, project management, and procurement coordination to ensure product
development milestones are achieved while maintaining Tiffany & Co.'s quality, responsible sourcing, and
commercialization standards. The coordinator serves as the primary operational partner for Hardstone development projects, helping drive timely execution from concept through production readiness.
Key Accountabilities
Project Management Support
- Partner with the Senior Analyst and Management to coordinate and execute Hardstone product
development projects from concept through commercialization.
- Coordinate procurement activities and workflow required to support product development
launches and sampling.
- Evaluate product development samples to ensure compliance with approved quality, color, cut,
and design parameters.
- Identify project risks, recommend solutions, and proactively remove obstacles impacting timelines.
- Support to maintain GPP's (Gemstone Product Parameters), color control sets to support grading
consistency and production readiness.
- Coordinate timely cross-functional reviews, approvals, and product sign-offs.
- Manage multiple development timelines, milestones, and deliverables while ensuring cross-functional alignment.
Procurement
- Coordinate supplier communication regarding development priorities, sample requests, pricing,
and delivery schedules.
- Communicate project priorities with Product Development, Jewelry Design & Innovation Workshop (JDIW), Manufacturing, Operations, and Grading teams.
- Maintain accurate procurement and product development data throughout the project lifecycle.
- Partner with Operations and the Gemstone Grading Lab to improve workflow, reduce bottlenecks,
and ensure timely movement of development materials.
- Monitor priority development orders and coordinate with grading to support commercialization
timelines.
- Maintain compliance with departmental security, safety, and 6S workplace standards.
Gemological Expertise
- Provide technical gemstone expertise for Hardstone product development projects.
- Identify and communicate gemstone quality observations to support continuous product
improvement.
- Support grading initiatives across gemstone categories as business needs require.
Location: This is a fully on-site position based at our Corporate Office in NYC.
Assignment Duration: Estimated from August through the end of December 2026.
Required Qualifications
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent
initiatives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to partner across cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- Working knowledge of gemstone grading laboratory processes and quality standards.
- Proficiency in JD Edwards and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Ability to photograph gemstones for documentation and product development records.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing business priorities.
- Commitment to Responsible Sourcing, confidentiality, security, and company policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate Gemologist (GG) designation.
- 5-7 years of Tiffany & Co. colored gemstone and pearl grading experience.
- Knowledge of grading laboratory equipment including microscope, loupe, Sarine machine, leverage
gauge, and melee scope.
- Experience supporting cross-functional product development or commercialization projects.
The hiring range for this position ranges from $27.88 -$32.80 per hour. The rate of pay offered will be dependent on candidates' relevant skills and experience.
About Us
Tiffany & Co. is formed from many facets - talented people who make our community stronger with their creativity, perspective, and lived experience. Creating an inclusive workplace and workforce where everyone belongs is at the core of our values. We're committed to creating a more inclusive jewelry industry that empowers people of all backgrounds to shine and evolve to new heights.
We believe reaching your full potential requires a solid foundation, and your well-being is a central pillar. Eligible Tiffany employees are offered comprehensive benefits, including global benefits like adoption and surrogacy assistance, and parental leave, as well as programs that support mental, emotional, physical, and financial well-being. We also offer competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans with company match, paid time off, alongside other meaningful employee offerings.
The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, alien or citizenship status, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, disability, or military/veteran status. Tiffany is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
