Sneaker Authenticator

In this role you will:

• Authenticate Listings

  • Review and authenticate sneaker listings before they are available for sale
  • Remove unsafe listings or listings that do not meet marketplace standards
  • Ensure listings are accurately described (size, condition, accessories, colorway, release information) and categorized correctly
  • Identify inconsistencies, manipulated photos, or inaccurate product details during the authentication process
  • Respond to community and marketing requests for additional item moderation
  • Review authentication defect reports to understand the nature of inauthentic items that passed through the authentication process and support continuous improvement efforts

• Train and Develop Authentication Skills

  • Stay up to date on sneaker authentication methods, release trends, and evolving counterfeit techniques
  • Attend training or mentorship sessions with team leads to increase sneaker and authentication knowledge
  • Host training or mentorship sessions to contribute to team learning and development
  • Assist in building and improving authentication resources, guides, and hard checkpoints

• Contribute to Company-Wide Initiatives and OKRs

  • Understand how authentication work affects defect rate and metrics for the sneaker authentication team overall
  • Recognize how authentication volume impacts SLA and operational metrics for the team overall
  • Support process improvement initiatives focused on consistency, quality, and efficiency
  • Other duties as assigned

• Sneaker Knowledge

  Knowledge and/or familiarity with various sneaker brands and categories including, but not limited to:

  • Nike
  • Jordan Brand
  • Adidas / Yeezy
  • New Balance
  • ASICS
  • Converse
  • Vans
  • Salomon
  • HOKA
  • Designer sneakers and collaborative releases

We are looking for:

• Strong knowledge and interest in sneakers, sneaker culture, and footwear trends
• Specific interest in sneaker authentication, release history, and counterfeit detection
• Ability to learn/adapt quickly with proven independent problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and consistency in decision-making
• Enthusiastic about Grailed and/or a power user of the Grailed platform
• Professional: Impeccable judgment when trusted with sensitive, non-public data and information
• Exhibit Grailed Values: Ownership, Empathetic Approach, Continuous Improvement, Solutions Focus, and Community Driven

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

• How accurately and efficiently you can authenticate sneaker listings
• Consistency in identifying authentic and inauthentic items
• Contribution to team knowledge sharing and process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• Work eligibility
• Background knowledge about sneakers and footwear; you bring expertise to the team
• Availability to work weekends and holidays (as scheduled)
• Availability to work 20–30 hours per week
• Availability to attend team meetings and collaborate frequently