VP Of Production & Ops Operations

Startops; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable diamond jewelry is seeking a VP of Production & Ops to oversee and enhance their global manufacturing and supply chain operations. This executive position demands extensive experience in fine jewelry production and team collaboration to deliver high-quality products aligned with brand standards. The role entails strong leadership in production process, supplier management, and operational efficiencies, located in New York with an attractive compensation package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-9 years in jewelry operations production leadership.
• Strong planning and business acumen.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire production process ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Manage worldwide supplier partnerships including contract negotiation.
• Implement process automations to optimize costs.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Planning

Business Acumen

Operational Excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field

Job description

VP Of Production & Ops

Oversee and optimize worldwide jewelry manufacturing and supply chain operations

Location: New York

Compensation: $170,000 - 190,000 USD / year

Job Tags: Operations

About The Role

VP Of Production & Ops

VRAI is one of the fastest-growing digital-first direct-to-consumer brands. Modernizing diamond jewelry through the exclusive use of sustainably created diamonds, VRAI has innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability at the core of its products and values. An honoree of Fast Co. Innovation Award in retail design, and a global business, VRAI has locations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, NY, Shanghai, Chicago, London, Madrid, and Copenhagen, with more locations on the horizon.

We are seeking a results-driven candidate to lead and scale all aspects of our jewelry manufacturing and supply chain operations. This executive role is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and craftsmanship across all product lines—from concept to finished piece. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in fine jewelry production, vendor and factory management, sourcing, and operational excellence. You will work closely with design, merchandising, and logistics teams to ensure products are delivered on time, on budget, and to brand standards. This position will be stationed in New York.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire production process from prototyping and sampling through mass production, ensuring timely delivery, consistency, and high quality.
• Build and manage worldwide supplier and manufacturing partnerships, including contract negotiation, performance evaluation, and capacity planning.
• Implement system and process automations to scale production, reduce lead times, and optimize costs while supporting business growth.
• Partner with design, product development, merchandising, and logistics teams to ensure timely launches, high quality, and compliance with ethical and environmental standards.
• Oversee sourcing strategies for materials (e.g., precious metals, packaging) and manage production budgets to drive profitability and enhance customer experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-9 years of experience in jewelry operations production leadership.
• Strong critical thinking, planning, and business acumen, with the ability to thrive in a startup environment—you must be a builder.
• Experience in leading operational initiatives end-to-end, managing stakeholders, and running multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.
• Extensive experience in jewelry operations, distribution, inventory management, and retail operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.

$170,000 - $190,000 a year

VRAI provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Additional perks such as employee discounts are also available. Some plans may not be available pending global locations however other options may be presented.

VRAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.