Luxury Sales Specialist (Multiple US Locations)

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in California, USA
Remote
Mid level
eCommerce • Fashion • Retail • Sales
Promoting the circular economy and empowering consignors & buyers to extend the life of luxury goods
The Role
Build and manage relationships with high-net-worth clients to source luxury consignment inventory. Prospect, network, and execute localized marketing and outreach, meet monthly procurement quotas, coordinate white‑glove pickup and shipment, present contracts, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure exceptional client service and retention.
Summary Generated by Built In
About The RoleThe RealReal is seeking established, highly autonomous luxury professionals with an existing book of business to join us as a Luxury Sales Specialist. This is a 100% commission-based role, offering ultimate flexibility and uncapped earning potential for independent self-starters who already possess a deep network within the high-net-worth sector.
As an LSS, you will act as a premier brand ambassador, leveraging your current relationships to strategically acquire high-value luxury consignment inventory from private clients. If you are a stylist, personal shopper, real estate agent, or luxury retail professional looking to monetize your existing network on a flexible, part-time basis, this role is built for you.
Note: This is a remote, field-based position open to many US cities. We invite qualified professionals to apply regardless of location.

What You Get To Do Every Day
  • Monetize Your Existing Network: Leverage your established book of business—including VIP contacts, stylists, personal shoppers, and affluent individuals—to source high-quality luxury consignments and drive new sellers to TRR.

  • Cultivate Elite Client Relationships: Maintain long-term, trust-based relationships with high net worth clients through a highly personalized, white-glove service.

  • Drive Independent Growth: Develop and execute your own creative outreach and networking strategies to consistently bring in high-end luxury consignments and cultivate deeper longer lasting client relationships.

  • Manage End-to-End Logistics: Secure luxury items from clients and seamlessly coordinate pickup, valuation, and secure shipment to our authentication centers.

  • Deliver Exceptional Service: Provide a flawless, premium experience throughout the consignment lifecycle to ensure maximum client retention and repeat business.

What You Bring To The Role

Minimum Requirements:

  • Established Book of Business: A robust, active personal and professional network capable of immediately generating recurring, high-value luxury consignment opportunities and new sellers.

  • Luxury Brand Expertise: Deep knowledge of and passion for top-tier luxury brands across Handbags, Fine Jewelry, Watches, and Ready-to-Wear.

  • Autonomous & Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proven ability to work independently, manage your own schedule, and drive results without daily oversight.

  • Sophisticated Relationship Management: Exceptional professionalism and the business acumen required to maintain trust with high-net-worth individuals.

  • Digital Proficiency: Comfort utilizing CRM tools and digital platforms to manage your client pipeline.

  • Mobility: Ability to travel within your regional market to meet clients on-site as needed.

    • A current, valid driver’s license (except in Manhattan and Chicago markets)

    • Car insurance meeting local requirements and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Preferred Requirements:
  • Industry Background: Current or prior experience in personal styling, luxury retail sales, real estate, interior design, or high-end public relations.

Compensation, Benefits, + Perks

Compensation | Benefits | Perks

  • This is a part-time, 100% commission-based role, offering the ultimate freedom to run your business your way but with robust training and support to drive success.

  • Uncapped Commission Structure: Direct control over your income with no ceiling on your financial success—the more your network consigns, the more you earn.

  • Maximum Flexibility: Easily integrate this role into your current professional schedule or existing business practices.

  • Exclusive Incentives: Eligible for monthly performance competitions featuring cash bonuses and site credits.

This role is commission based. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Additionally, salary is just one component of TRR’s total rewards package. Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program, incentive pay and benefits.

The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories—including women's and men's fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home—in support of the circular economy. We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service. 

The RealReal is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or Veteran status. We will consider qualified applicants for a position regardless of arrest or conviction records. At TRR, People Come First. That’s why diversity and inclusion are vital to our priorities as an equal opportunity employer. You can read about our Diversity Equity and Inclusion program here.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Skills Required

  • Established personal and professional high-value network capable of generating recurring consignments
  • Deep knowledge of top-tier luxury brands across handbags, fine jewelry, watches, and ready-to-wear
  • Proven ability to build trust and manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals
  • Track record of success in target-driven sales with strong negotiation skills and attention to detail
  • History of meeting or exceeding aggressive monthly sales quotas and performance metrics
  • Comfort using advanced CRM software, digital communication tools, and mobile platforms to manage pipelines
  • Willingness and ability to travel 70%+ within designated regional market
  • Current valid driver’s license (except Manhattan and Chicago markets)
  • Car insurance meeting or exceeding local requirements
  • Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
  • Prior experience in outside sales, luxury retail, personal styling, real estate, or high-end public relations
  • Active involvement or leadership in local civic, cultural, or charitable organizations

The RealReal Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The RealReal and has not been reviewed or approved by The RealReal.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes multiple medical, dental, and vision options along with six free therapy sessions, and company HSA contributions for high‑deductible plans.
  • Parental & Family Support Family-building support includes inclusive fertility coverage with a high lifetime maximum and up to 10 weeks of paid parental leave plus additional disability pay for birthing parents.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount is available to both full‑ and part‑time employees, expanding total compensation beyond base pay.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
3,300 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated luxury retail. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have 150+ in-house gemologists, horologists and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day.

Why Work With Us

We are looking for smart and talented people who are creative, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a team that is reinventing the digital marketplace as you know it!

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