Junior Authentication Specialist

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About the Team</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The Operations team manages our worldwide distribution network and is responsible for authenticating products, fulfilling orders and ensuring on-time delivery to buyers. Through our technological innovation and logistical efficiency, you will join a team that prides itself on being the most trusted marketplace in the industry while shipping and processing tens of millions of products for our global buyers and sellers.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Role Overview</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">GOAT is seeking a fashion enthusiast looking to combine their passion with a full-time career, and obtain an entry-level position in the startup world. The ideal candidate possesses a solid knowledge of not only sneakers/apparel but of the consignment industry for brands such as Nike, Jordan, Adidas, New Balance, FOG Essentials, Supreme, BAPE, Denim Tears etc. As a Junior Authentication Specialist, you must have the ability to verify authenticity of sneakers/apparel across the major brands. In addition, a Junior Authentication Specialist must keep up with industry trends, releases, and collaborations with the world's best retailers, from streetwear to high fashion. You will not only figure out the authenticity of sneakers/apparel, but spot manufacturer defects, assess wear, and inspect SKU and size, ensuring that each buyer has the retail experience they've come to expect.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>In this role, you will:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Assist Senior Authentication Specialists in the verification process of both footwear and apparel</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Receive and arrange inbound inventory according to brand, model, etc</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Keep detailed notes and enter accurate data into the GOAT Group database, including release information, product SKUs and production dates</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Continuously research and learn about new models and brands of sneakers</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Manage and keep up to date with the authentication process through training and self-directed learning</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Other duties as assigned</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>We are looking for:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Passion for sneakers and streetwear, technology and helping others succeed</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Knowledge of sneakers and apparel across all brands, including originals and re-releases</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">< ... (truncated, view full listing at source)