Gemologist & Estate Jewelry Specialist

Brilliant Earth; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Diverse, mission-minded team

Lifestyle Spending Account

Continued education

Employee discounts

Mental wellness perks

Giving back opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Brilliant Earth is seeking a Staff Gemologist to review, catalog, and quality-check gemstones and estate jewelry to support efficient operations and high standards. You will manage gemstone inventory, assist with sourcing and supplier coordination, and help implement processes that improve accuracy and reduce costs while aligning with our socially responsible mission.

Ideal candidates have jewelry appraisal certification or related experience, plus strong organizational and communication skills

Qualifications

• Experience in jewelry products and estate jewelry preferred
• Certification in fine jewelry appraisal preferred
• Operations and/or administrative experience preferred
• Inventory/supply chain experience in retail or e-commerce preferred
• Highly organized with focus on execution, problem solving, and process improvement
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Interest in socially and environmentally responsible organizations and products

Responsibilities

• Review and quality assurance inspections of loose diamonds, sapphires and other colored gemstones and melee to optimize quality and reduce cost
• Review and catalog estate jewelry items including appraisal and repair evaluations where necessary
• Track and process gemstone inventory with high accuracy and maintain strict organization of estate and gemstone inventory
• Assist sales team with sourcing requirements for special order gemstones and diamonds
• Coordinate orders across suppliers and track purchase orders for timely arrival and processing
• Formulate and implement systems, policies and procedures to ensure smooth operation of the business

Skills

Estate jewelry

Jewelry experience

Appraisal certification

Operations experience

Inventory experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Social responsibility

Education

Appraisal certification preferred

Job description

Brilliant Earth is seeking a Staff Gemologist to review, catalog, and quality-check gemstones and estate jewelry to support efficient operations and high standards. You will manage gemstone inventory, assist with sourcing and supplier coordination, and help implement processes that improve accuracy and reduce costs while aligning with our socially responsible mission.

Ideal candidates have jewelry appraisal certification or related experience, plus strong organizational and communication skills