FJW Senior Specialist

About The Role

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.

What You Get To Do Every Day

• 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.
• Absorb 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.
• Evaluate, authenticate, and price highest risk jewelry within the FJW room (larger gemstones, engagement rings).
• Gem identification experts to answer any questions for the rest of the team.
• Provide training, tips/tricks, and presentations on all difficult gemstones.
• Aid in the authentication process by locating brand identifiers (holograms, date codes, authenticity cards, and hallmarks) and evaluating quality of materials and construction.

Minimum 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.

Preferred Requirements

• GG certification from GIA preferred
• Appraisal experience preferred

Compensation, Benefits, + Perks

• $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
• Find out more about our Benefits here.

The expected salary range for this role is $62,400.00-$66,560.00.