The RealReal · 1 day ago
Category Lead Authenticator
Secaucus, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$21/hr - $22/hr
1+ years expThe RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods. The Category Lead Authenticator is responsible for authenticating luxury products, conducting quality control, and writing product descriptions while maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.
E-CommerceFashionLifestyleMarketplace
Responsibilities
Authenticate luxury products by locating brand identifiers (holograms, date codes, authenticity cards, and hallmarks) and evaluating the quality of materials and construction
Inspect consigned luxury products for condition and acceptance standards (Quality Control)
Write informative product descriptions using industry-standard fashion terms
Price merchandise based on retail value, condition, and style
Data Entry (Provide pertinent product information such as measurements and fabrication)
Conduct quality control for the department and given category
Assist with conducting shadows with employees and training for authentication team members to uphold and maintain company quality standards
Qualification
Required
Strong fashion knowledge – Top designers and brands, current trends, garment construction, etc
Proven ability to excel in a high-volume, repetitive, quota-driven environment
Self-motivation and a drive to achieve results
Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
Adaptability and openness to change
Preferred
College degree preferred but not required (fashion studies/merchandising, textiles studies, etc.)
Minimum 1 year of luxury fashion experience (retail included)
1+ year of experience working in a warehouse production environment
Benefits
$50 in monthly food credits to apply to snacks and meals that are available for purchase on site
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid parental leave
9 Paid Company Holidays
18 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days (PTO starts accruing on first day of work)
Company
The RealReal
The RealReal is an online marketplace for authenticated and consigned luxury goods.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$356.87MKey Investors
GreyLion CapitalGreat Hill PartnersGreenspring Associates
2019-06-28IPO
2019-03-01Series H· $70M
2018-07-25Series G· $115M
Leadership Team
Rati Levesque
President & CEO
Frank Zhu
Chief Analytics Officer
Recent News
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