Fine Jewelry Senior Specialist
About The Position
Our Authentication Centers (warehouses) are where the magic happens! The Art & Science of Real comes to life within our facilities located in New Jersey and Arizona — combining the knowledge of hundreds of luxury experts with cutting-edge, proprietary technology. As consigned goods travel into our facilities, the team processes, authenticates, and photographs each item in preparation for listing to our website. As a FJW Senior Specialist, you will oversee the facilitation of all Fine Jewelry & Watches (FJW) to optimize product quotas by performing the following duties. This is a production based role. If you are an experienced FJW expert with a passion for sustainable fashion, this could be the perfect match!
Requirements
- 7+ years of fine jewelry & watch experience with some GIA classwork in lieu of GIA Certification
- Experience with Diamonds required (selling, grading, pricing)
- Experience with colored stones required (identification, pricing)
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Nice To Haves
- GG certification from GIA preferred
- Appraisal experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Execute all aspects of the authentication process by accurately identifying colored stones and diamonds using GIA evaluation techniques as well as testing procedures used to determine precious metal purity.
- Research fair market value and market demand of branded and unbranded jewelry.
- Set list prices for branded and unbranded jewelry with direction and final approval from the Gemology and/or Jewelry Authentication team.
- Assist in training all new Sr. Specialists hired.
- QC product from Specialists when being challenged on harder pieces.
- Help manage the product sort on all received items.
- Adhere to first in, first out methodology to ensure all consignments are prioritized and product flows according to plan.
- Manage process flow of items awaiting price approvals.
- Evaluate, authenticate, and price highest risk jewelry within the FJW room (larger gemstones, engagement rings).
- Act as Gem identification experts to answer any questions for the rest of the team.
- Provide training, tips/tricks, and presentations on all difficult gemstones.
- Assist in the authentication process by locating brand identifiers (holograms, date codes, authenticity cards, and hallmarks) and evaluating quality of materials and construction.
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
- Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)
- State of the art, climate-controlled warehouse facility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
