Van Cleef & Arpels Colored Stone Buyer
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jul 10, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906 on Place Vendôme, Van Cleef & Arpels is a High Jewelry Maison renowned for poetic creativity, exceptional savoir-faire, and an enduring culture of transmission. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where artisans, designers, retail experts, and corporate teams contribute to creations that unite technical mastery with emotion and wonder. Guided by excellence, discretion, and a deep respect for heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning across its international network. Employees join a house where craftsmanship is celebrated, client relationships are cultivated with elegance, and each career may help preserve and renew a remarkable legacy.
Van Cleef & Arpels is hiring a Colored Stone Buyer in Paris to oversee gemstone procurement and high jewelry production.
Role & Responsibilities
- Propose colored stones for purchase to meet stock requirements and fulfill project briefs
- Ensure consistent supply of center stones and pavé gemstones for high jewelry production
- Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships with key lapidaries and gemstone vendors
- Participate in high jewelry development project meetings and planning cycles
- Guarantee accuracy and clarity of information communicated to internal and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- Proven expertise in colored gemstone procurement within a luxury jewelry house or as an independent dealer
- Recognized authority in colored stone classification and deep knowledge of the gemstone market
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and take initiative to execute mandates
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with preference for collaborative, varied interactions
Skills
Experience
Confirmed experience in colored stone procurement within a luxury jewelry house or as an independent gemstone dealer; strong market knowledge and established network within the gemstone industry.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire. As an employer, the Maison values curiosity, precision, and collective excellence, offering an environment where employees contribute to timeless creations while upholding a deep respect for heritage, beauty, and client experience.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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