About this role
Summary
Jewelry Product Development Assistant Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end development of jewelry collections, from concept to production. Partnering with Design, Supply Chain, and external suppliers, the role oversees material sourcing, prototyping, costing, technical specifications, and quality compliance to ensure products meet luxury craftsmanship, commercial, and sustainability standards.
Job Description
ABOUT US
Qeelin fine jewellery - a playful fusion of Chinese symbolism and modernity. Since Qeelin’s founding in 2004, every piece of jewellery has carried rich cultural connotation, reinterpreting traditional symbols with stylish designs intended for daily wear, infusing new life and contemporary meaning to Chinese heritage.
Named after the Qilin, an auspicious Chinese mythical animal and icon of love, Qeelin fuses unbridled creativity with excellence in craftsmanship. It brings a touch of playfulness and surprise into the world of fine jewellery. The brand’s iconic Wulu collection revisits the legendary Chinese gourd, an auspicious emblem in Chinese tradition.
Qeelin is part of the global Luxury group Kering.
To cope with business growth, we are currently looking for high calibre with creative mind-set to join us.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBU TE
- Collaborate closely with designers and creative leadership to translate sketches into manufacturable, high-quality jewelry pieces.
- Lead the full product development lifecycle: material sourcing (precious metals, gemstones), feasibility assessment, prototyping, cost engineering, and pricing input.
- Manage sampling timelines and coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams (design, sourcing, production, quality assurance) and external partners (manufacturers, setters, gem suppliers).
- Develop and maintain comprehensive tech packs, including detailed specifications, BOMs (Bill of Materials), CAD references, finish requirements, and quality benchmarks.
- Ensure compliance with international jewelry standards (e.g., CIBJO, hallmarking regulations), ethical sourcing guidelines, and brand sustainability commitments.
- Contribute to seasonal line reviews and collection planning, balancing core staples, trend-driven pieces, and special editions.
WHO YOU ARE
- Bachelor’s degree in Jewelry Design, Product Development, Fashion Merchandising, Materials Science, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of product development experience within the jewelry sector.
- In-depth knowledge of precious materials (gold, platinum, diamonds, colored gemstones) and jewelry manufacturing processes (wax carving, casting, setting, polishing, plating, etc.).
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple SKUs and tight deadlines
- Proficiency in PLM systems, Excel (for cost modeling), and familiarity with design software (e.g., Rhino, MatrixGold, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages (French, Italian, Mandarin) are advantageous.
- A refined aesthetic sensibility, deep respect for craftsmanship, and unwavering attention to detail.
- Understanding of luxury brand values, consumer expectations, and retail dynamics.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Gemological certification (e.g., GIA Graduate Gemologist, FGA)
- Experience working with European (especially Italian or French) fine jewelry ateliers or suppliers
- Knowledge of responsible sourcing practices (e.g., recycled gold, Kimberley Process, RJC standards).
- Basic CAD or hand-rendering skills.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Unique opportunity to be working in Hong Kong under the headquarter office, and to strategically be a fashion-forwarder with new ideas and initiatives to be implemented globally. Talent development is a managerial principle, promoting entrepreneurial spirit for highly empowered teams. We want to cultivate a “startup” mindset where business agility is key to our fast-paced development, and where every employee can reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.
Job Type
Regular
Start Date
2026-10-12
Schedule
Full time
Organization
QEELIN LTD