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Product Development Specialist - Secaucus, NJ Position Overview:     We are seeking a hard-working creative problem solver to join Brilliant Earth’s Product Development team.  As a Product Development Specialist, you'll be at the center of how Brilliant Earth's jewelry comes to life: managing samples, coordinating with vendors, and keeping the development process accurate and moving in a fast-paced environment. You'll build strong day-to-day relationships with our manufacturing partners while helping the team make smart, resourceful decisions with the resources at hand. We have a social and environmental mission at the core of our company, and we're looking for someone who's just as energized by our social goals as our business ones. It's all in the details, and you'll help make sure every Brilliant Earth purchase meets our standard for quality and craftsmanship.   The targeted budget for this position is $55k-70k This compensation budget range may be adjusted at any time at the discretion of the company. Key responsibilities include:     Vendor & Sample  Management   Manage sample inventory end-to-end; tracking, organizing, photographing, and performing quality assurance   Partner directly with vendors to produce samples and live orders, communicating clearly to maintain accuracy and efficiency    Build and maintain vendor relationships, including leading weekly meetings to track deliverables    Manage style allocation across the catalogue with partners, upholding manufacturing standards and best practices    Quality & Process Improvements   Support quality improvement initiatives, including chain testing and quality metrics tracking    Contribute cross-functionally to supply planning and inventory control    Identify and implement improvements to systems, policies, and procedures that support Brilliant Earth's quality, delivery, and cost objectives    Support the identification of potential packaging needs for new products   Leverage AI tools to streamline sample tracking, vendor communication, and quality reporting   You’re a great fit if you have:   BA degree or equivalent preferred    Experience with vendor management required (2+ years preferred)    Experience in the jewelry industry and/or product development is preferred   Experience performing quality assurance testing and photographing physical samples  is preferred   Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including external vendors and partners    Strong computer skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and knowledge of ERP/inventory systems (NetSuite a plus)   Experience using AI-assisted tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot) to streamline your work, and an appetite for finding new ways to apply them.   Interest in socially and environmentally responsible organizations and products    Strong attention to detail and follow-through.    Ability to think critically and adapt quickly, with a high sense of urgency, in a flexible environment    Team player with an ability to work collaboratively    Entrepreneurial spirit / self-starter   What We Offer: Career Growth.  We want to see you sparkle! Through regular 1-1’s with your manager, a variety of training opportunities, and an annual 360 review process for all employees, our leaders are dedicated to creating clear pathways for growt