Consignment Manager

eBay•Runnemede, NJ

4d•Remote

About The Position

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. Goldin, an eBay company, is the leading collectibles marketplace platform, with millions of customers globally. Our mission is to be the most trusted destination for collectors of trading cards, memorabilia, comics, video games and more. To accomplish this, we always put collectors first and hire the very best to join our team. Goldin would not be what it is today without our amazing employees — from consignment directors to customer support and everyone in between. We take great pride in hiring and developing top talent who can add to our culture and believe in our mission and vision. Goldin is an exciting opportunity to work in a growing market—and have a lot of fun doing it. We are seeking a candidate specializing in Sports Collectibles. The Consignment Manager is responsible for sourcing high end Sports Collectibles, placing them into auction and handling communications from beginning of sale to end. A strong knowledge of the subject matter is required. High end sales experience and/or prior Sports Collectibles work related experience is a plus.

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise and passion for Sports Collectibles, including at least 4 years of experience in the broader hobby or collectibles industry
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in verbal and written formats for client and team engagement
Strong organizational and prioritization abilities, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency with Salesforce, Excel, email, and industry-standard digital tools
Proven ability to identify authentic and counterfeit collectibles, ensuring accuracy and integrity in consignment
Ability to travel regularly for trade shows (including international)
Ability to travel regularly to meet consignors

Nice To Haves

High end sales experience and/or prior Sports Collectibles work related experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Grows a book of business and meets quarterly goals
Review leads, create opportunities and initiates contracts in Salesforce and Juro as part of the sales lifecycle
Evaluates a wide range of collectibles across categories, with deep knowledge in a specific category
Authenticates items (ability to identify counterfeit vs. authentic items) to filter out items inappropriate for consignment
Works with other consignment directors to estimate value of consigned inventory and set starting price, auction placement, which auction, etc.
Communicates with potential consignors through phone, email and social media
Travels to consignors to review and/or pick up inventory
Attends trade shows on behalf of Goldin
Kicks off operational processes for consigned inventory and ensures items are managed in alignment with consignor expectations
Determine authentication approach, work with authentication team to execute and keep consignor informed throughout
Partner with Content team to promote items during an auction and communicate records post auction
Understand current events, industry trends, the hobby, competition and use that to optimize price realization for their consignors
Provides "white glove service" end-to-end for consignors
Offers advice to consignors to help them maximize price realization
Reviews auctions and follows up to ensure their products are placed in the correct auctions with the correct titles, opening bids, authentication and descriptions