The Role
Entry-level role supporting the Marketplace Department by sorting and categorizing vintage items, preparing products for listing, drafting descriptions under supervision, maintaining listing quality, and contributing to team KPIs. Comprehensive training is provided across product categories and listing processes. The role requires an interest in vintage and antique collectibles, accuracy, teamwork, basic IT competency, and willingness to learn online marketplace tools and workflows.
Summary Generated by Built In
About the role:
As a Trainee Vintage Product Assessor, you will be a motivated and flexible team member, learning and supporting the various functions within the Marketplace Department. You will work alongside experienced assessors across a wide range of vintage products, assisting Production Managers with the initial sorting, grouping, and preparation of items for listing on the most suitable platform. Comprehensive training in each product category and listing process will be provided, and a keen interest and passion for vintage and antique collectibles will be key to your success in this varied, entry-level role.
Key Responsibilities
Getting Started…
- Complete the initial training in product sorting and categorisation across various vintage product lines.
- Collaborate closely with the Marketplace Department Managers to learn about listing standards and processes.
- Gain familiarity with departmental KPIs and begin contributing to team goals, particularly regarding product listings and quality standards.
Establishing your Impact…
- Build foundational confidence in assisting with the assessment, sorting, and initial preparation of a variety of vintage items with direct supervision.
- Begin to actively contribute to the team’s listing targets by assisting in the drafting of accurate and high-quality product descriptions under guidance.
- Strengthen your collaboration with the Marketplace Teams by providing reliable support to maintain a productive and collaborative environment.
- Develop into a proactive member of the team, seeking opportunities to learn and support initiatives to improve efficiency and workflow.
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Key Goals & Objectives:
- Support the team in achieving listing KPIs as a collaborative member of the Marketplace Department.
- Focus on learning and maintaining accuracy and quality in product preparation and initial listings, aligning with department standards.
- Actively contribute to a collaborative work environment, demonstrating a proactive approach to learning and teamwork.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- A demonstrable interest or passion for vintage and antique items, such as jewellery, watches, or other collectibles.
- The aptitude and willingness to learn to work productively and accurately when performing regular tasks, maintaining a high standard.
- Basic competency with IT and online tools, and a strong desire to learn how to create listings and maintain records on online platforms.
Benefits
🌴 Time off & leave
- 25 days paid holiday per year (24 days plus 1 life-event day)
- 8% holiday allowance (vakantiegeld), paid annually in May
- All Dutch public holidays, including King’s Day and Liberation Day (where applicable)
- Access to all statutory Dutch leave under the Work and Care Act (WAZO), including parental and care leave
- Competitive salary based on a 40-hour work week
- Participation in the Dutch pension scheme (Pensioenfonds Detailhandel)
- Commuting allowance of €0.23 per kilometre (tax-free maximum)
- Lunch provided during working days
- A supportive, people-first working environment
- Access to Alleo, a benefits and wellbeing platform offering discounts, perks, and wellbeing support
- Company laptop provided (where applicable)
- Phone costs reimbursed up to €40 per month (where applicable)
- Reimbursement of reasonable business expenses
- Be part of a fast-growing, globally expanding business
- Opportunities to collaborate with and work alongside our UK team
- Exposure to — and potential involvement in — new international markets as we continue to grow
About
At Vintage.com, we exist to create a world where everything has value and nothing is wasted.We're building the world's most trusted platform for pre-loved items, making it simple for people to unlock the value in the things they no longer need while keeping valuable materials in circulation and out of landfill.What began as a successful model in the UK has evolved into an international business with operations across Europe and ambitions far beyond. Today, we operate as one company, one team, and one brand, united by a shared purpose, mission, and set of values.Behind the scenes, we're building the world's largest international trading platform for pre-loved items, powered by expert people, smart technology, data-driven decision making, and a deep belief in the circular economy.Our teams collaborate across borders, sharing ownership of outcomes and bringing the same care, fairness, and common sense to every customer interaction and business decision.Every item we buy is rehomed, reused, or responsibly recycled. Whether it's precious metals, jewellery, watches, cameras, collectibles, or other valuables, we help ensure that items continue their journey rather than going to waste.As we expand into new markets and scale internationally, our goal remains the same: To become the most trusted platform in pre-loved items, creating a future where everything has value and nothing is wasted 🗝️
Skills Required
- Demonstrable interest or passion for vintage and antique items, such as jewellery, watches, or collectibles.
- Willingness and aptitude to learn productive and accurate performance of regular tasks.
- Ability to maintain a high standard of accuracy and quality.
- Basic competency with IT and online tools.
- Strong desire to learn how to create listings and maintain records on online platforms.
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The Company
What We Do
Vintage Cash Cow is a fast-growing circular economy business on a mission to make it easy and rewarding for people to declutter responsibly.
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