Operations Associate

Rare Carat; India; Remote; INR 6,00,000 - 9,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing remote startup, Rare Carat, seeks an Operations Associate to manage daily operations of their e-commerce site. This role involves collaboration with over 200 diamond vendors and ensuring exceptional customer experience. Candidates should have relevant experience in supply chain management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain management.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Managing key communications and dispute handling with all vendors.
• Ensuring timely payments and credits reconciliation with all vendors.
• Coordinate with the customer support team to ensure that customer inquiries are answered.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Us in a glimpse:

Founded in 2016 by a BCG consultant frustrated with his engagement ring buying experience, Rare Carat
has grown to be one of the largest diamond jewelry online retailers in the United States. It was called the
“Secret to Buying A Diamond” by the New York Times. Rarecarat.com powers over $100m in annual sales by creating transparency in a historically opaque

industry using AI indicators and human expert advice. Operating on an innovative & managed
marketplace business model, the company combines the selection advantages of a marketplace with the
quality assurance of a traditional retailer.We have grown to over 180+ employees, but remain a very flat and close-knit team committed to learning from each other, and having the best idea win.Rare Carat is run by Wharton and Harvard Business School grads. Advisors include TrueCar’s founder,Blue Nile’s ex-CEO, Wharton’s Innovation Dean, and Richard Branson’s Venture Capital head. We have been featured in the New York Times, TechCrunch, NPR, USA Today, CNBC, among others.

Wondering why work with us? Here’s why:

• We are a fully remote start-up, growing quickly from under 5 people to close to 100 in just six years
• Our culture is unique: we have a global, remote team of young people taking on more responsibility than most companies would give. We have a bias for action, and a meritocracy where the best ideas win
• We help customers with the most important purchase of their life so far, their engagement ring. Marrying humans and technology to help our customers make the right decision is thrilling and rewarding.
  
  If you are the right fit for our rocketship - we would make you an offer, you can’t refuse :)

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Operations Associate to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the daily operations of our e-commerce website and ensure that our customers receive an exceptional experience. In order to achieve that, the Associate will work closely with 200+ diamond vendors from Bombay, Surat, Hong Kong, Belgium&USA, as well as with jewelry manufacturers, to ensure that the supply chain is running smoothly.

The candidate will also monitor our distribution centers in the heart of NY and Bombay to ensure efficient order processing and timely shipping.

Responsibilities:

• Managing key communications&dispute handling with all vendors.
• Ensuring timely payments&credits reconciliation with all vendors.
• Coordinate with the customer support team to ensure that customer inquiries are answered in a timely and professional manner.
• Work with logistics partners to ensure that shipments are on schedule&help manage expedite requests when needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all shipments and logistics activities.
• Report potential delays and blockages to the Director of Operations before time and come up with solutions to prevent them in future.
• Utilize Excel, Google sheets and other software to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for the returns process and manage reverse logistics.
• Collaborate with the customer support team to address any issues related to returns
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain management, or related fields.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in using Excel and other software tools.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of the diamond industry is a plus.
• Startup experience is a big plus

Working Hours 7:30 pm - 3:30 am IST (US EST Timing)

If this sounds like you, apply here:
https://ats.rippling.com/rarecarat-career/jobs