Graduate Gemologist Appraiser

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Graduate Gemologist / Appraiser who can bring their skills & knowledge to our client’s full-service Gemology Lab.

This position calls for a professional gemologist with strong appraisal skills and diamond knowledge. Requires an ability to source / sort / select and manage loose diamonds & gemstones in an active manufacturing and repair environment.

The right candidate will have the opportunity to enjoy a professional lab setting, work with other accredited gemologists and grow to a company leadership position.

Consider a career with the Gulf Souths’ Premier Jeweler, with a 95-year tradition and commitment to excellence, craftsmanship and fine jewelry.

Our client offers a luxury environment, stability, strong compensation plans, employer paid health care benefits and growth.

The 14,000 square foot store, minutes from downtown New Orleans, provides a luxury environment. This brand designs, makes and creates in store, as well as partners with leading brands including Rolex, David Yurman and Marco Bicego.

Responsibilities :

• Personally, appraise and evaluate Loose Diamonds, Gemstones and finished Jewelry items
• Actively source diamonds & gemstones for manufacturing, custom orders and repairs
• Source, sort and control large inventory of loose diamonds & colored gemstones
• Help facilitate large quantity of appraisal work and assist sales team as needed.
• Coordinate with various department managers, sales team & select clients.
• Support and interact with diamond buyers & in-house manufacturing team
• Willing to learn to buy, source and evaluate diamonds within industry at expert level.
• Travel to major trade shows as part of our buying, design and sourcing team.

Requirements

• Graduate Gemologist, 3 years minimum experience in appraising diamonds / jewelry
• 3 years experience sourcing / sorting loose diamonds & color gemstones
• Proven ability to consistently deliver quality appraisals. Organized & self-motivated
• Experience in working in jewelry manufacturing and or luxury jewelry is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, delegate and work within a team environment
• Committed to continuous education through workshops, seminars and conferences

Benefits :

• Rare opportunity to join America’s leading manufacturing fine jeweler in leadership role.
• A committed partner of the Natural Diamond Council.
• Outstanding Benefits Package : Medical, Life and Disability. Optional Dental / Optical
• 401k with generous company match. Company sponsored; Relocation Support
• Paid time off Vacation up to three weeks with tenure + five major paid holidays
• Strong compensation / bonus package, commensurate with qualifications and experience
30+ days ago