Watch Authenticator

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Watch Authenticator

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 problem solvers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

About the team and the role: With innovative and exciting operational initiatives, the Authentication Operations team is a fast-paced and passion-filled team to be a part of. This team has successfully launched watches, handbags, sneakers, trading cards, jewelry and apparel authentication in the US, CA, AU, UK, DE and JP in under four years. We are a group of unique and diverse teammates who together make a complete business unit and are seeking a Watch Authentication Operations Leader, to drive success in our Moonachie, NJ facility.

You will be joining the Global Facility Operations team and reporting to the Watch Authentication Manager of our Moonachie facility.  You will be responsible for the examining, processing, and authenticating of luxury timepieces that are bought/sold via online marketplace. You will contribute to positive employee relations within the team. You will collaborate regularly with internal and external partners to ensure alignment to eBay principals and business goals.

What you will accomplish:

• Evaluate preloved and new products from luxury watch brands to ensure their authenticity

• Perform an inspection to confirm the item’s description and condition are consistent

• Report counterfeit items with succinct and specific findings

• Stay well-versed on current brand trends & developments

• Be comfortable in a fast-paced facility environment

• Achieve quality metrics and productivity goals daily

• Proactively communicate with managers about daily activities and obstacles

• Strong professionalism, trustworthiness and respect for the product is paramount

• Ensure work area is in constant compliance with health & safety requirements.

• Take proactive steps to ensure that best practices are followed and champion eBay DNA principles

• Identify trends in counterfeits - designers and styles

Additional Job Elements: 

• This role is on-site Monday- Friday with OT as required based on business needs. 

What you will bring:

• 2 - 5+ years of luxury watch operations experience preferred including brand, model, movement and material identification

• Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to work independently and influence others.

• Work effectively and collaboratively in teams to meet shared goals and deadlines, and foster cross-functional partnerships

• The capability to handle ambiguity and be flexible to changing needs and priorities

• Keen interest in the luxury watch industry, including following the emerging trends

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. 

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The base pay range for this position is expected in the range below:

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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