Manage Full Jewelry Production Cycle:Utilized advanced project management skills, logistics, and software to oversee each piece of fine jewelry from initial concept to final product. Collaborate with the designer and owner to develop and implement best practices, ensuring adherence to quality standards and alignment with the company mission. Maintain open and effective communication with contractors and craftspeople, addressing questions, concerns, and unforeseen issues promptly and respectfully. Ensured timely delivery and fostered strong relationships with all artisans involved in the creation of Single Stone jewelry.

Managed Brand and Designer Collaborations:Worked directly with multiple brands and designers to establish and implement development and production plans for seasonal collections of jewelry, accessories, and products.Break down wholesale orders, submitted purchase orders (POs) to factories, and oversaw dynamic aspects of project management and production deadlines.Created prototypes of proprietary designs using digital tools, handcrafting techniques, and collaboration with factories and contractors in New York, Los Angeles, and internationally.Established and maintained strong relationships with factories, contractors, vendors, and OEM/ODM sources globally, ensuring timely production schedules and adherence to strict deadlines.Developed and maintained spreadsheets and working documents to track all expenses and establish production budgets.Negotiated cost per unit, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and working terms with factories and contractors.Ensured the highest standards in quality and client support were met consistently.

Managed Comprehensive Production Operations:Maintained a detailed production calendar and oversaw project management for multiple collections produced simultaneously both in-house and in external factories.Organized and coordinated the wholesale calendar for 3-5 jewelry collections annually.Reverse engineered sample costs to establish accurate production budgets.Managed staff and addressed the dynamic needs of the in-house production line to ensure strict adherence to delivery dates and quality standards, resolving any oversights promptly.Sourced and negotiated contracts with vendors, factories, and contractors to meet budgetary constraints.Developed and maintained spreadsheets and working documents to track costs for all production pieces and retired designs.Communicated directly with retailers and private clients to meet their needs and nurture ongoing relationships.Built and maintained the company website, overseeing e-commerce operations including site appearance and flow, photography, product descriptions, and copywriting.

Expert in Hand Fabrication of Jewelry:Performed all aspects of hand fabricating jewelry in an in-house production environment, including but not limited to:Precious Metal FabricationWax CarvingCleaning CastingsStone SettingWire WrappingMetal Forming and ForgingFinishing and Polishing