Tiffany & Co. Manager, Gemstones and Enamel
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
About Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co., the legendary New York jeweler founded in 1837, offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a house synonymous with timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and cultural influence. As an employer, Tiffany & Co. cultivates a refined, client-centric environment where creativity, precision, and service excellence are highly valued. Its teams span retail, design, manufacturing, merchandising, corporate functions, and sustainability, united by a commitment to innovation and responsible luxury. With the strength of a global maison and the heritage of an American icon, Tiffany & Co. provides a distinctive setting for professionals seeking to shape moments of beauty, celebration, and lasting meaning.
Tiffany & Co. seeks a Manager of Gemstones and Enamel in Paris, France to oversee jewelry sourcing and supplier management across Europe.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage strategic supplier relationships and account portfolio for colored stones and enamel suppliers
- Monitor and assess requests for pricing, technical specifications, and capacity-building on new product projects
- Coordinate interfaces between tier-one finished goods suppliers and tier-two gemstone and enamel suppliers across specifications, ramp-up timelines, and cost structures
- Monitor supplier performance across cost, delivery, and quality metrics while identifying market availability, capability strengths, and service consistency
- Establish and monitor long-term supplier strategies in alignment with organizational growth objectives
- Negotiate supplier terms, pricing, and service level agreements to optimize cost and value
- Explore and evaluate new supplier opportunities to drive innovation, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience
- Ensure continuous compliance with Tiffany & Co.'s ethical and responsible sourcing standards
- Maintain sourcing and planning process standards and champion continuous improvement initiatives with cross-functional and international counterparts
- Lead transformation projects requiring direct supplier engagement and support industrial performance optimization
Qualifications
- Minimum 8–10 years of professional experience in jewelry and gemstones sourcing or procurement
- Demonstrated expertise in sourcing and supply chain planning functions
- Gemologist certification or equivalent professional qualification in gemstones
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Italian or French is a significant advantage
- Strong communication and instructional capabilities
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving competencies
- Proven project management experience
- Exemplary organizational and negotiation skills
- Ability to thrive in dynamic, multicultural, and cross-functional team environments
- Attention to detail, adaptability, and collaborative team orientation
Skills
Experience
Minimum 8–10 years of professional experience in jewelry and gemstones sectors, with substantial background in sourcing, procurement, and capacity planning. Demonstrated competence managing complex supplier relationships, technical specification development, cost optimization, and cross-functional project delivery within luxury or fine goods manufacturing environments.
Education
No formal educational requirement explicitly stated; however, gemologist certification or equivalent professional qualification in gemstone grading and evaluation is required.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Tiffany & Co. fosters a refined, client-centric workplace where craftsmanship, creativity, and a deep respect for heritage shape the employee experience. As an employer, the Maison encourages collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to moments of meaning within one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands.
About Cerulean
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