Traveling Estate Buyer

Stratus Estate Buyers; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratus Estate Buyers in St. Louis, MO seeks an experienced Estate Buyer to evaluate, negotiate, and purchase precious metals and luxury goods at our estate buying events across North America.

The role requires industry knowledge, strong sales and negotiation skills, excellent customer service, and the ability to travel up to 22 trips annually. You will analyze purchasing data and contribute to fast-paced team initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of sales experience with a track record of high closing ratios and exceptional customer service.
• Knowledge of luxury goods including precious metals, diamonds, gemstones, watches, coins, designer handbags, and militaria.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically as required.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Travel to Jewelry store locations to assist in purchasing goods at estate buying events, nights and weekends as needed (minimum 22 trips annually).
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and emerging trends in the jewelry industry to inform purchasing decisions.
• Conduct quality evaluations on all valuables and luxury goods that come into events, providing educated offers, maintaining favorable closing ratios and speed of service.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing customer and store partner inquiries, resolving issues, and building long-term relationships.
• Analyze purchasing data to support strategic decision-making and improve personal and organizational performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Sales experience

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical

Job description

Stratus Estate Buyers is an estate buying company who partners with Jewelry stores across North America. We specialize in purchasing precious metals, luxury goods, high end jewelry, designer handbags, and much more. We are committed to providing a valuable and meaningful service to our partners and customers while also providing value and meaning to our employees’ lives. Join our dynamic team in St. Louis, MO, where career growth and purpose is unmatched.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Estate Buyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, negotiating, and purchasing precious metals and luxury goods while delivering exceptional customer service to customers and partners. This role requires a blend of industry expertise, sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and a customer-focused mindset. The position involves regular travel to events across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to Jewelry store locations to assist in purchasing goods at estate buying events, nights and weekends as needed (minimum 22 trips annually).
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and emerging trends in the jewelry industry to inform purchasing decisions.
• Conduct quality evaluations on all valuables and luxury goods that come into events, providing educated offers, maintaining favorable closing ratios and speed of service.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing customer and store partner inquiries, resolving issues, and building long-term relationships.
• Analyze purchasing data to support strategic decision-making and improve personal and organizational performance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong knowledge of luxury goods including, but not limited to, precious metals, diamonds, gemstones, watches, coins, designer handbags, and militaria.
• 1-3 years of sales experience with a proven track record of high closing ratios and exceptional customer service.
• Proven customer service experience, excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically as required.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and Real ID compliant identification.
• Ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
• Preferred Qualification - Knowledge of luxury timepieces and experience evaluating, authenticating, and purchasing high-end watches is strongly preferred. Professional certifications, formal training, or industry designations related to horology or watch authentication are a plus.