Manufacturing Specialist

De Beers Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the diamond industry seeks a skilled professional to oversee production quality, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The role demands extensive experience in diamond sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of production processes. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence and innovation while prioritizing diversity and sustainability in sourcing practices.

Qualifications

• 12-15+ years in diamond sourcing or jewelry industry required.
• Strong background in production or sourcing within reputed organizations.
• Excellent understanding of contract laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of jewelry at production sites.
• Scout and select vendors based on performance and quality standards.
• Maintain seasonal production calendars and coordinate sourcing operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Sourcing software

Job description

Company Description

Forevermark is the diamond brand from De Beers Group. Every Forevermark inscribed diamond is natural, hand-selected, and comes with a promise that it is beautiful, rare, and responsibly sourced. Only the most beautiful diamonds are chosen from carefully selected mines around the world, including South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Canada; less than 1% of the world's natural diamonds are eligible to become Forevermark. Each diamond is expertly cut and polished by Forevermark Diamantaires before it can receive the inscription using proprietary technology.

The Forevermark Design & Innovation Centre, located in Milan, creates iconic jewellery designs that celebrate the natural beauty of Forevermark diamonds. These designs are showcased on the red carpet and available in authorized Forevermark Jewellers worldwide. Each diamond embodies our values of integrity, support for the advancement of women, inclusion and diversity, and protection of the natural world.

Job Description

1. Monitoring Production for Quality Control / Standards:
   • Visit production sites to conduct thorough inspections of jewelry, utilizing expertise in gems, diamonds, metals, and jewelry manufacturing, adhering to company quality standards.
   • Issue orders to factories for production lines as per the planned pipeline.
   • Support the design team in developing and reviewing sample lines; address quality issues promptly.
   • Execute quality control best practices to ensure inventory and finished products meet standards.
   • Manage inspection processes to ensure product conformity.
   • Identify and institutionalize new techniques in production; monitor industry and competition for best practices.
2. Vendor/Supplier Management:
   • Scout and select vendors based on capabilities, performance, and quality standards.
   • Onboard new vendors and familiarize them with company norms and SOPs.
   • Seek continuous improvement, cost reduction, and process efficiencies in collaboration with product development, design, and category management.
   • Leverage jewelry manufacturing knowledge to challenge suppliers and optimize timelines and costs.
   • Collaborate with suppliers to maintain sourcing standards.
   • Manage supplier development timelines and conduct routine cost and risk analyses.
3. Administrative and Strategic Responsibilities:
   • Maintain seasonal production calendars to meet deadlines.
   • Coordinate with cross-functional teams for sourcing operations.
   • Conduct market research on trends, new suppliers, and cost-saving opportunities.
   • Lead supplier audits to ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and industry standards.
4. Skills and Qualifications:
   • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field; master’s preferred.
   • 12-15+ years of experience in diamond sourcing or jewelry industry.
   • Strong background in production or sourcing within reputed organizations.
   • Knowledge of jewelry manufacturing, trends, and category specifics.
   • Understanding of contract laws, regulations, and compliance.
   • Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
   • Proficiency in sourcing software and industry tools.

Additional Information

We prioritize safety, diversity, and sustainability in our operations. Successful candidates will undergo background screening, including criminal checks and qualification validation.