Fine Jewelry & Watch Senior Specialist

The RealReal • Perth Amboy, NJ

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About The Position

The Fine Jewelry & Watch Senior Specialist works in an Authentication Center, where consigned items are processed, authenticated, and photographed for listing on The RealReal’s website. This is a production-based role focused on facilitating Fine Jewelry & Watches (FJW) and optimizing product quotas. The specialist evaluates, authenticates, researches, and prices jewelry, supports product flow, and serves as a resource for gemstone identification and team training.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of fine jewelry and watch experience; some GIA classwork may be accepted in lieu of GIA Certification.
• Experience with diamonds, including selling, grading, and pricing.
• Experience with colored stones, including identification and 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.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate Gemologist (GG) certification from GIA.
• Appraisal experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute all aspects of authentication by identifying colored stones and diamonds using GIA evaluation techniques and testing procedures for precious metal purity.
• Research fair market value and market demand for 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 newly hired Senior Specialists.
• Quality-check products from Specialists when they are challenged by more difficult pieces.
• Help manage the product sort for all received items.
• Follow first-in, first-out methodology to prioritize consignments and maintain planned product flow.
• Manage process flow for items awaiting price approvals.
• Evaluate, authenticate, and price the highest-risk jewelry in the FJW room, including larger gemstones and engagement rings.
• Answer team questions as a gem identification expert.
• Provide training, tips, techniques, and presentations on difficult gemstones.
• Assist with authentication by locating brand identifiers, including holograms, date codes, authenticity cards, and hallmarks, and evaluating material and construction quality.

Benefits

• $50 in monthly food credits for snacks and meals available for purchase on site.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• Flexible time off with manager approval.
• State-of-the-art, climate-controlled warehouse facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed