The RealReal
Fine Jewelry and Watch Appraiser (Valuation Manager) - Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA · Mid
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About the role
- You will be pricing and authenticating fine jewelry and watch pieces across our dynamic acceptance standards.
- We're seeking a process-driven individual who has extraordinary attention to detail and wants to hone their expertise in fine jewelry and watches.
- This is an on-site position based in our Newport Beach retail location.
Responsibilities
- As a Valuation Manager of Fine Jewelry and Watches at TheRealReal, you will own day-to-day appraisals, servicing clients that visit our retail store via appointment or walk-ins.
- Own the sell-through performance and velocity of items you personally price
- Own appointment-to-consignment conversion metrics, driving both client satisfaction and business results
- Partner with the Store Manager to understand customer needs and stay current with in-store operations and priorities
- Provide pre-consignment pricing services to consignors and internal sales partners
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of fine jewelry in the primary and secondary market
- 2-5 years experience working in the luxury space in a customer facing role
- Proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to anticipate business needs and meet internal and external deadlines
- Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify potential obstacles in advance and ensure smooth execution of valuation office processes
- Maintain strong understanding of pricing trends and the sell-through velocity of fashion items by working with the Pricing and Authentication teams
- Support additional store and team needs as required to ensure a seamless retail experience
Nice to have
- GIA credentials such as Graduate Gemologist (GG), Accredited Jewelry Professional (AJP), or equivalent coursework/experience strongly preferred
- 401K with Company Match
- 9 Paid Company Holidays
- The RealReal is the world's largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 40 million members.
- With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items.
- We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day.
- We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping.
Skills
- Conduct real-time valuations and authentication of fine jewelry and watches using a wide array of industry specific tools
Compensation
- Compensation, Benefits, + Perks
Company info
- As a subject-matter expert, you will educate and build trust with our consignors, customers, and your peers, translating market knowledge to a white-glove client experience.
Visa & Work Authorization
- al employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or Veteran status
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