Apparel Authentication Specialist

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Location: Hoppegarten / Greater Berlin Area

About the Team and the Role

The Apparel Authentication team protects buyers and sellers through eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee program, helping build trust across the marketplace. The team verifies the integrity and condition of high-value apparel before it reaches buyers.

As an Apparel Authentication Specialist, you will evaluate luxury and premium apparel, applying in-depth knowledge of garment construction, materials, stitching, hardware, and brand identifiers.

You will work under general direction, with decisions reviewed for accuracy and consistency, while collaborating closely with operations and support teams.

What You Will Accomplish

• Authenticate new and pre-owned luxury and premium apparel in accordance with eBay standards, confirming authenticity and condition accuracy

• Identify counterfeit indicators and document clear, evidence-based findings to support sound decisions

• Inspect garments for brand consistency across materials, stitching, labels, care tags, hardware, and overall construction

• Advance csophisticatedcases when necessary, applying established authentication frameworks and methodologies

• Meet daily quality and productivity targets while maintaining high accuracy

• Collaborate cross-functionally and stay current on brand updates, seasonal releases, and counterfeit trends

What You Will Bring

• Experience in luxury apparel authentication, resale, retail, or fashion quality control

• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, labeling, finishing techniques, and brand-specific details

• Ability to identify inconsistencies in stitching, tags, logos, hardware, and materials with strong attention to detail

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings accurately

• Comfort working independently within structured operational workflows in a warehouse environment, including standing for extended periods and handling products

• Proficiency with standard operating systems and internal tools

• German and English language skills preferred

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Additional Details

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