Sr. Buyer - Crystal & Mineral Specimens

Vaibhav Global Limited; Jaipur; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaibhav Global Limited, Jaipur, India, is seeking a Senior Buyer – Natural Crystals & Mineral Specimens to lead global sourcing of premium natural crystals and mineral specimens. You will build supplier networks across India, Africa, South America, and Asia and curate Mindful Souls and Shop LC collections.

Based in Jaipur or Austin, you will represent the company at major trade shows, drive high-margin acquisitions, and shape a scalable international mineral portfolio for our fast-growing global

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mineral specimen buying from India, Africa, South America, and Asia.
• Deep knowledge of global mineral varieties and pricing.
• Must have attended the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show.

Responsibilities

• Lead global sourcing of premium natural crystals and mineral specimens.
• Curate collections for Mindful Souls and Shop LC's shows.
• Support expansion into UK and Germany markets.
• Build and manage international supplier relationships.
• Represent the company at major international trade shows.

Skills

Mineral specimen buying

Global sourcing

Trade show participation

Job description

Vaibhav Global Limited (VGL) is a leading electronic retailer of jewelry and lifestyle products. In FY 2023-24, VGL reported a turnover of ~$365 million and employs 4,000+ people globally, with 3,000+ based in Jaipur, India.

VGL reaches a broad audience through its TV, e-commerce, and digital retail platforms:

• Shop LC (USA) – Live broadcasts to 60M+ homes with a strong e-commerce presence.
• TJC, UK – Reaches 27M+ homes through TV and digital platforms.
• Shop LC Germany – Broadcasts to 40M+ homes, expanding VGL's European market presence.
• Ideal World (UK) – Acquired in 2023, a leading UK teleshopping & digital sales platform.
• Mindful Souls – Acquired in 2023, a fast-growing subscription-based e-commerce brand focused on spiritual and wellness products.

Social Impact & ESG Initiatives

• Your Purchase Feeds… – VGL's flagship one-for-one meal program has provided 99M+ meals to schoolchildren in India, the US, and the UK.
• Employee Volunteering – Encourages employees to donate two hours monthly for charitable activities.
• Sustainability Commitment – Focused on renewable energy, waste reduction, and green initiatives.
• IGBC Award Winner – Recognized for excellence in green built environments at its Jaipur SEZ unit.
• Assigned a Combined ESG Rating 72 (Strong) from ICRA ESG Ratings Limited

Talent & Culture

• Humanocracy & Micro-Enterprises – VGL fosters a decentralized, empowered work culture, enabling small, agile teams to drive innovation and ownership.
• Talent Density & Meritocracy – Prioritizing high-performance teams, rewarding talent, and a culture of excellence.
• GPTW Certified – Recognized as a Great Place to Work across India, the US, the UK, and China.

Recognition & Achievements

• Top Exporter Award – Honored by GJEPC for being India's largest exporter of silver and colored gemstones.
• Operational Excellence – A strong track record in value-driven retail and customer-centric growth.

Job Overview

VGL is a $400 million global group with strong D2C sales across the US, UK, and Germany. A leader in jewelry and lifestyle products, VGL has expanded into spiritual and crystal products through Mindful Souls and is scaling this category globally. VGL is now hiring a Senior Buyer – Natural Crystals & Mineral Specimens to build and strengthen our international sourcing and product portfolio in this space.

Role Highlights

• Location: Jaipur (India) or Austin (USA)
• Lead global sourcing of premium natural crystals and mineral specimens
• Source from India, Africa, South America, and Asia
• Curate collections for Mindful Souls and Shop LC's Athena-led shows
• Support future expansion into UK and Germany markets
• Identify rare, high-quality, and high-margin specimens
• Build and manage strong international supplier relationships
• Represent the company at major international trade shows

Mandatory Requirements

• Extensive experience in mineral specimen buying from India, Africa, South America, and Asia
• Deep knowledge of global mineral varieties and pricing
• Must have attended the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show

What We Offer

• High-impact, international role
• Opportunity to build a global mineral portfolio
• Very attractive compensation for the right candidate