FOUNDRAE FINE JEWELRY

WHO WE ARE:

The Foundrae Collection is more than jewelry. The pieces are modern heirlooms, ones that allow the wearer to express something of themself to the world. The Foundrae collection is intended to become part of the wearer, a second skin, an expression of identity and of personal values.

The collection is founded on a lexicon of archetypal, mythological and classical symbols with the intention of inspiring the wearer to take the wisdom passed down through generations and apply that to one’s own life. Foundrae is a reminder, one we wear against our hearts or on our hands, of our capacity for change and growth. When you wear one of these pieces, you are announcing to yourself and to the world that everything you want and everything you want to be is already inside you – all you have to do is claim it.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Studio Coordinator – Jewelry Production/Retail

POSITION SCOPE:

The Studio Coordinator is a key member of the Production Department and is responsible for the accurate completion of all incoming orders from all points of sale including: the Flagship Store, E-commerce and Wholesale partners by ensuring that timeline prioritization and quality standards are met for all final orders. In addition, this role encompasses maintaining and updating reports, participating in inventory management as well as any special projects. Please note that this role requires working Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays and will have 2 days off during the week.

Order Coordination:

• Act as the liaison between internal teams to complete all orders in a timely manner
• Manage the Bench Jewelers workflow ensuring prioritization of orders
• Coordinate engraving artwork and execution for in house engravings
• Communicate with Retail/Fulfillment teams regarding inventory availability
• Work with Production Coordinator to share accurate timelines for receipt of pieces
• Efficiently manage order flow by prioritizing urgency of work and pacing longer lead time orders.
• Pull pieces for all orders and determine whether studio work (assembly/polishing) is needed.
• Confirm product details, quality level and assembly accuracy before processing.

Order Processing:

• Process orders for all channels: Flagship Store, E-commerce, and Wholesale.
• Administer quality checklist and validate using brand standards.
• Accurately document all inventory movement for orders

Studio Reporting and Logs:

• Log and track customer returns for repair using Repair Tracker.
• Monitor and log unfulfilled work orders.
• Track orders that cannot be completed because inventory is not present.
• Propose recommendations/improvements to the Production department and Studio processes to manager.

Inventory Management:

• Participate in inventory cycle counting and use active problem solving to investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate vault organization and consistently spot check inventory trays to ensure accuracy of product storage.
• Monitor internal inventory movement via transfers and use of sign out sheet.

QUALIFCATIONS:

• Minimum of high school degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in order management, inventory processing and tracking preferably within luxury/retail
• Mac proficient, advanced excel skills and knowledge of design programs a plus
• Outstanding attention to detail and highly organized, reporting skills, interest and demonstrated experience in creating and streamlining processes
• Self-starter and multi-tasker

The appointed candidate will be offered an annual salary between $50,000 – $58,500 plus the opportunity for a bonus, a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.

OUR COMPANY VALUES:

• We value people: we want each other to be the best versions of who we can be.
• We value our relationships with our employees, suppliers and community.
• We value diversity and promote inclusivity with our words, actions and images.
• We value professional development and personal growth.
• We value community service and philanthropy.
• We value and foster creativity and self-expression.
• We value work/life balance.
• We value accountability for ourselves and the collective and show integrity through all our interactions.
• We value storytelling and reading.

FOUNDRAE FINE JEWELRY

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Director, Communications and Events

POSITION SCOPE:

The Director, Communications will lead the evolution of FoundRae’s Communications strategy by working with the Founder/ Creative Director and CEO and reporting to the Senior Director, e-Commerce and Digital Marketing to develop best-in-class consumer facing communication strategies and storytelling. The successful leader we are seeking will bring innovative and creative strategies to further drive expand brand awareness and desirability in alignment with FoundRae’s ethos, luxury product and storytelling narratives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brand Strategy:

• With the Senior Director, e-Commerce and Digital Marketing, CEO, and the Founder/Creative Director along with the Agency of Record, develop an integrated communications strategy that leverages facets of paid, owned and earned disciplines
• Provide clear strategic communication direction to all stakeholders
• Enhance FoundRae’s relevancy amongst the defined target

Consumer Engagement and Brand Activation:

• Utilize communication touchpoints (paid, owned and earned) to develop and execute strategies that drive brand performance through paid and owned touchpoints including:
• Traditional PR/print and digital coverage
• Founder visibility through experiential, cultural activities, podcasts and appearances
• Storyteller/influencer programming
• Celebrity and VIP relations and dressing
• Affiliate marketing programming
• Experiential and Events
• Social media.
• Develop programming that is thoughtful, mindful and supportive of commercial and clientelling needs
• Accountable for all aspects of programming performance and speed to market

Leadership and Project Management:

• Provide communications leadership and expertise throughout the company and with the agency of record
• Ensure effective communication and alignment of individual, brand and Company goals
• Manage communication to the team to ensure cohesion and on time deliverables
• Cultivate an optimal WOW and develop strong collaborative working relationships with the entire FoundRae network and stakeholders

Profitability:

• Oversee budget and ensure spend is prioritized against brand objectives and relevant growth drivers
• Develop goals and objectives for brand programming with key stakeholders
• Manage overhead and T&E and A&P budgets.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Marketing preferred
• Minimum 7+ years previous experience in Communications/Brand within the luxury goods
• Previous experience managing agencies and leading a small team in an entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented. Ability to handle several tasks concurrently and with ease
• Ability to change priorities and meet deadlines in high-pressure situations
• Self-starter and able to work with minimal day-to-day supervision
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and teamwork skills

The appointed candidate will be offered an annual salary between $110,000 – $150,000 an opportunity for a bonus, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.

Our Company’s values:

• We value people: we want each other to be the best versions of who we can be.
• We value our relationships with our employees, suppliers and community.
• We value diversity and promote inclusivity with our words, actions and images.
• We value professional development and personal growth.
• We value community service and philanthropy.
• We value and foster creativity and self-expression.
• We value work/life balance.
• We value accountability for ourselves and the collective and show integrity through all our interactions.
• We value storytelling and reading.

FOUNDRAE FINE JEWELRY

WHO WE ARE:

The Foundrae Collection is more than jewelry. The pieces are modern heirlooms, ones that allow the wearer to express something of themself to the world. The Foundrae collection is intended to become part of the wearer, a second skin, to be an expression of identity and of personal values.

The collection is founded on a lexicon of archetypal, mythological and classical symbols with the intention of inspiring the wearer to take the wisdom passed down through generations and apply that to one’s own life. Foundrae is a reminder, one we wear against our hearts or on our hands, of our capacity for change and growth. When you wear one of these pieces, you are announcing to yourself and to the world that everything you want and everything you want to be is already inside you – all you have to do is claim it.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Assistant Jewelry Designer

POSITION SCOPE: We are seeking an exceptional, talented and creative Assistant Jewelry Designer to work closely with our Vice President of Design as well as other departments to support the design process across our collection of fine jewelry, Vertu (our home collection) and packaging design. The designer and jewelry enthusiast we are looking for will have excellent CAD design skills, a strong attention to detail and a passion for the design process and thrives in an entrepreneurial, creative and fast paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PRODUCT DESIGN- JEWELRY, VERTU, PACKAGING:

• Create and develop artwork based on design direction and seasonal concept.
• Create design specs with accurate details to sample execution
• Create and update Design Decks with most up-to-date information
• Review samples with design team and provide comments to workshop
• Work closely with Product Development for accurate sample execution
• Work with in-house jewelers and engravers to execute mock-up samples

CUSTOM PROGRAM:

• Manage custom artworks requests. Communicate clearly in timely manner to provide correct artwork for each request and track all revisions
• Create new custom style standard sheets for each launch

ENGRAVING PROGRAM:

• Establish and ensure consistent engraving standards
• Create new engraving styles and standards sheet for each launch

SAMPLE INVENTORY:

• Work with the team and participate in design inventory count.
• Organize, manage and track all design team samples accurately

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Jewelry Design, Accessories Design preferred
• Previous internships /experience working in jewelry design within fine jewelry
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop/InDesign, Microsoft Office required
• Proficiency in Rhinoceros 3D & plug-in programs
• Strong understanding of 3-dimensional model construction and jewelry making process
• Technical knowledge of jewelry manufacturing and material knowledge
• Strong organization and communication skills.

The appointed candidate will be offered an annual salary between $58,000 – $68,000, an opportunity for a bonus, as well as, a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.

Our Company’s values:

• We value people: we want each other to be the best versions of who we can be.
• We value our relationships with our employees, suppliers and community.
• We value diversity and promote inclusivity with our words, actions and images.
• We value professional development and personal growth.
• We value community service and philanthropy.
• We value and foster creativity and self-expression.
• We value work/life balance.
• We value accountability for ourselves and the collective and show integrity through all our interactions.
• We value storytelling and reading.

FOUNDRAE FINE JEWELRY