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The Production and Sourcing Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end production process and sourcing of materials for our jewelry pieces. This Production and Sourcing Manager will primarily focus on ensuring the seamless execution of our jewelry manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities: 

• Manage the entire jewelry production lifecycle, from concept to final product, ensuring adherence to quality, design, and timeline standards.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality control teams to streamline production processes and optimize efficiency.
• Monitor production workflows, address bottlenecks, and implement process improvements to enhance productivity.
• Coordinate with external suppliers, artisans, and craftsmen to ensure consistent quality and timely production.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with factories/suppliers for various jewelry materials.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with factories/suppliers to ensure cost-effective sourcing without compromising quality.
• Stay informed about market trends and innovations in jewelry materials and sourcing practices, and apply this knowledge to enhance our product offerings.
• Conduct regular quality checks on sourced materials and finished products to ensure they meet our specifications and brand expectations.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished products to avoid shortages and excesses.
• Generate regular reports on production progress, material consumption, inventory levels, and supplier performance.
• Analyze data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement in production processes and sourcing strategies.
• Handling all BOM and Tech Packs for each new product
• Facilitating creation of sample product sets to be sent out
• Assigning photography requests, organizing them in photographer's spreadsheet based on specific product needs, and sending out his sample packages
• Sending out product to factory with necessary notes and feedback - managing the status of these changes
• Distributing factory samples to each team: ex: Sales, Social
• Sending out necessary packages to partners for approval
• Assisting in-house production team with bead knowledge, ensuring they have samples + the correct materials information

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 
• 3-7 years of experience in jewelry production, sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of jewelry manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills for building relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• A passion for jewelry and a keen eye for design aesthetics.
• Ability to work in office 4 days per week
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