Gemstone Acquisition Coordinator (Temporary)

Tiffany & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,407 - 45,185; Full time

Job summary

Tiffany & Co. is seeking a Gemstone Acquisition Coordinator to support high-volume Hardstone development initiatives. You will partner with senior analysts and cross-functional teams to move concepts through production readiness, ensuring quality, responsible sourcing, and commercialization standards are met.

You will coordinate procurement, evaluate samples, manage timelines, and help maintain gemstone grading data and workflow efficiency across departments.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Senior Analyst and Management to coordinate and execute Hardstone product development projects from concept through commercialization.

Skills

Project management

Gemstone grading knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Graduate Gemologist (GG) designation

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Sarine machine

Job description

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.