Buyer

Brownsjewellers; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned jeweller in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Buyer to manage the procurement of jewelry materials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2–5 years of buying experience in the jewelry industry. Responsibilities include sourcing components, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring quality standards. This role requires strong negotiation skills and attention to detail, with a focus on ethical sourcing practices.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a buying role within the jewelry industry.
• Familiarity with gemological standards.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure essential jewelry components.
• Manage vendor relationships ensuring reliability and quality.
• Negotiate pricing and maintain margin targets.
• Ensure alignment with ethical sourcing practices.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Cost analysis

Knowledge of jewelry materials

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 12 / 09 /

Founded in

, Browns is a family-owned jeweller that crafts the finest diamond jewellery in South Africa.

We focus on classic, timeless and sophisticated designs, making us an iconic brand with a rich heritage.

We pride ourselves on offering quintessentially South African designs, crafted by South Africans for South Africans and the rest of the World.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the procurement of core materials and finished goods for our jewelry manufacturing and retail operations.

This role is critical to sourcing high-quality diamonds, precious stones, findings, metals, and finished jewelry products from trusted suppliers worldwide.

You will be responsible for ensuring product quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery to support both production and retail merchandising plans.

We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, who enjoys solving problems, takes initiative, and is committed to growing both their skills and their professional brand in the jewelry industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure essential jewelry components, including :
• Loose diamonds and gemstones (precious and semi-precious)
• Metal findings (clasps, settings, chains)
• Mounts, semi-finished goods, and finished jewellery products.
• Manage vendor relationships, from luxury suppliers to raw materials traders, ensuring reliability, ethical sourcing, and quality standards.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and lead times to maintain margin targets while ensuring supply stability.
• Work closely with product development, design, and production teams to support seasonal and core range needs.
• Partner with merchandising planners to align inventory levels with sales forecasts and production timelines.
• Stay informed about commodity pricing trends (e.g., gold, diamonds) and their impact on cost planning.
• Monitor quality assurance standards for incoming components and manage any supplier non-compliance issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, and supply chain documentation.
• Attend trade fairs, supplier meetings, and industry events to source new materials and innovations.
• Ensure alignment with ethical sourcing, conflict-free diamond practices, and sustainability initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in a buying role within the jewelry, luxury goods, or accessories industries.
• Familiarity with gemological standards (e.g., GIA certifications, 4Cs of diamonds).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of jewelry materials and component categories (gemstones, diamonds, precious metals).
• Experience working with domestic and international suppliers in jewelry or luxury goods.
• Excellent negotiation and cost analysis skills.
• High level of attention to detail and product quality standards.
• Comfortable working with data, inventory systems, and Excel / Google Sheets.