Coordinator, Product Development Operations

Title: Coordinator, Product Development Operations

David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.

Our Values

At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance.

Reports to

Manager, Product Development Operations

Overview

Provide tactical support regarding new product development operations focusing on critical supporting activities driving success in those respective business areas.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with entry & maintenance on consignment, sold sales order, product returns, component returns, work orders.
• Support additional manufacturing and engineering-related initiatives as needed
• Assists VP of PD with special projects
• Manages, organizes, keeps record of all vendor invoices
• Provide analytical support including data collection and technical metrics
• Maintain systems as required including project management software (PLM, Oracle) this includes component shell set ups
• Shipping & receiving product daily to external vendors as well as our Lyndhurst teams (QC, excess inventory, testing)
• Ownership of spreadsheets & processes (shipping, sampling, invoicing)
• Manage, track, and create sample and testing POs

Key Requirements

• Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) & Oracle software
• Highly skilled with computers (databases, spreadsheets) required to be in office as business needs
• Working knowledge of InDesign/illustrator/Photoshop a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, proactive thinking
• Willing to take on projects without hesitation
• Proven ability to work within a minimal supervision, fast-paced environment. Self-starter attitude
• Strong communication (English written and verbal) & interpersonal skills)
• Demonstrated experience in New Product Development and/or Manufacturing Process Improvement
• Proficient Microsoft Office computer skills (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Willing to take initiative on processes
• Required to be in office as business needs
• Knowledge of modern jewelry manufacturing techniques, precious metal metallurgy and/or investment casting a plus

Location: New York, NY (TriBeca)

Working Mode: In Office

Travel: N/A

Estimate Salary Range: $25-28/hour

Base pay is one component of David Yurman’s total compensation package, which may also include the following for eligible employees: access to healthcare benefits, 401(k) plan, bonus, employee discounts, Summer Fridays (corporate roles), generous paid time off, sick time, and more.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at David Yurman

As a company founded by artists, David Yurman champions self-expression in everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture of openness and creative collaboration within our entire community, and we cherish the diversity of our employees’ backgrounds and perspectives. We will always advocate for equity and inclusion for all.

David Yurman is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender.