Buyer jobs in Portland, OR

Company Description

Arena Club, co-founded by 5x World Series Champion Derek Jeter and entrepreneur Brian Lee, is revolutionizing the collectibles industry with the launch of the first digital card show. By transforming the way collectors buy, sell, and trade sports cards and memorabilia Arena Club is leading the industry into a new era. With transparent grading and vaulting services, along with personalized online showrooms, collectors can seamlessly engage with their hobby from anywhere in the world. Arena Club is redefining the collecting experience, making it more accessible, secure, and enjoyable.

Role Description

We are seeking enthusiastic, entrepreneurial, responsible and trustworthy Buyers with deep knowledge of the trading card market. This role is perfect for those who live and breathe trading cards and are ready to turn their passion into a lucrative full-time career.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Expertise: Utilize your deep understanding of cards (basketball, baseball, football, Pokémon, soccer, hockey, etc.) to source high-value trading cards
• Negotiation: Employ superior negotiation skills to secure the best deals, maximizing profit margins while maintaining high volume acquisitions
• Detail-Oriented Approach: Meticulously evaluate potential purchases and accurately report on transactions using our tech platforms
• Review spreadsheets and make decisions on potential lot purchases
• Go to card shops and events to meet new contacts in the hobby
• Spend weekly budget by acquiring types of cards set by the business
• Set appointments to buy from private collectors
• Collaborate with team on inventory mix and cards to target
• Build relationships with dealers for repeatable business
• Buy online on eBay and other auction platforms
• Will require travel as needed

Qualifications

• 10 years collecting cards preferred
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Extensive knowledge of the trading card market and a passion for trading cards
• Proven negotiation skills and a track record of successful deals
• Tech-savvy with the ability to work with advanced reporting systems and dashboards
• Entrepreneurial spirit, with a focus on detail and a knack for identifying value

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• How many years have you been collecting trading cards?
• What is your favorite card in your personal collection?

Ability to Relocate:

• Beaverton, OR: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person