Sourcing Head - Diamond Sourcing

Sourcing Head - Diamond Sourcing

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing Strategy Development

  : Formulate and implement comprehensive

  Sourcing Strategies

  for diamonds, aligning with business objectives and market dynamics to ensure competitive advantage and supply security.

• Supplier Relationship Management

  : Build and maintain strong, collaborative

  Supplier Relationships

  with diamond producers, traders, and key industry players, ensuring reliable supply chains and favorable terms.

• Market Trend Analysis

  : Continuously

  monitor global diamond market trends

  , including

  pricing, availability, and demand shifts

  , providing critical insights for procurement decisions and risk mitigation.

• Team Leadership & Development

  :

  Lead, manage, and develop the diamond sourcing team

  , providing mentorship, setting clear objectives, and ensuring the team meets its sourcing goals and performance targets.

• Quality & Compliance

  : Oversee quality control and ensure compliance with ethical sourcing practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the diamond supply chain.

Skills

• Expertise in

  Sourcing Strategy Development

  for high-value commodities, particularly diamonds.
• Proven ability in

  Supplier Relationship Management

  within a global context.
• Strong analytical skills to

  monitor global diamond market trends

  , pricing, availability, and demand shifts.
• Exceptional

  leadership, management, and team development

  capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of the global diamond industry and its supply chain.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Gemology, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
• Proven experience in a senior sourcing role within the diamond or luxury goods industry.
• Demonstrable track record of achieving sourcing targets and leading high-performing teams.