Trainee Product Assessor (Cameras & Opticals)

Department: Marketplace

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dieren, Netherlands

Reporting To: Head of Marketplace

Compensation: €34,128 - €37,000 / year

Description

• 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. 

• 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.

• 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the sorting, grouping, and initial categorisation of various vintage products, learning to identify the most suitable selling platforms.
• Work closely with departmental managers and senior team members to support the achievement of KPI targets, maintaining a supportive team atmosphere.
• Assist in writing detailed, precise product listings under supervision, ensuring they meet platform and departmental standards.
• Demonstrate developing IT and administrative skills, learn to type efficiently, and communicate effectively in writing across various listing platforms.

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.

🇳🇱 Our Benefits (Netherlands)

• 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

• Enhanced sick pay:
  • 100% salary for the first 3 months of illness
  • Followed by statutory sick pay (70%) for up to 104 weeks
• Access to Alleo, a benefits and wellbeing platform offering discounts, perks, and wellbeing support

• 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

• 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