Full-Time

Metadata Curation Specialist

Updated on 11/20/2024

GOAT Group

GOAT Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Marketplace for authentic sneakers and apparel

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$28.17 - $35.29Hourly

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Product Research
Product Operations
Product
Required Skills
SQL
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree, and 2+ years of experience in an e-commerce or marketplace environment or relevant experience
  • Possess extensive knowledge about fashion brands, streetwear, vintage items and trends with a proficiency in research
  • Strong ability to prioritize work autonomously, be prompt, and execute under strict timelines
  • Great interpersonal skills, ability to gather, document and share information clearly and concisely with teammates, leadership and key stakeholders
  • Ability to take accountability for tasks/project areas of ownership
  • Advanced Excel/Google Sheets knowledge (certification is a plus)
  • Technical curiosity to learn and become an expert in new processes, technical applications and internal tools/software
  • Ability to write/desire to learn simple SQL requests to identify missing product information, work with the leads to outline requirements for basic reporting
Responsibilities
  • Work with the Metadata Curation Manager for Fashion, to understand priority focus areas for categorizing and backfilling data in the Fashion catalog and work proactively to make progress against the key focus areas.
  • Be both proactive and reactive in assembling Metadata to create products. Proactively creating products within the areas of priority while also hitting run the business SLAs for assigned tasks.
  • Gain a deep understanding of GOAT Group standards. Be able to reference standards in normal workflows and provide feedback to external agents where relevant as well as socialize with peers.
  • Understand and achieve team success frameworks as defined by the Catalog team leads.
  • Gain a deep understanding of the Catalog tooling in order to execute on tasks efficiently, train others and provide useful feedback to the Fashion team lead.
  • Be able to debug reported Metadata issues and escalate to leads when relevant.
  • Work with Buying and Research team members to deeply understand guardrails and standards as it relates to the creation of Fashion products within the Catalog.

GOAT Group operates four brands—GOAT, Flight Club, Grailed, and alias—focused on providing authentic sneakers, apparel, and accessories to a global community of over 50 million members in 170 countries. The company connects buyers and sellers through its platforms, ensuring product authenticity with strict verification processes. Revenue is generated through transaction fees, premium services, and partnerships. Unlike its competitors, GOAT Group emphasizes a secure marketplace experience and caters to a diverse clientele, including sneaker enthusiasts and fashion collectors, leveraging its technological infrastructure to maintain high standards of quality.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$479.2M

Headquarters

Bellflower, California

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $300 million in venture capital funding provides GOAT with significant resources to fuel its growth and innovation.
  • GOAT's expansion into new fashion categories and features like 'Spaces' can attract a broader customer base and increase user engagement.
  • The acquisition of Grailed and investment in men's fashion marketplace Grailed can lead to synergies and a stronger market position in the fashion resale industry.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the fashion resale market is intense, with players like The RealReal and Rent the Runway also vying for market share.
  • Integrating Grailed and aligning its operations with GOAT's existing platform could present logistical and cultural challenges.

What makes GOAT Group unique

  • GOAT Group's acquisition of Grailed positions it as a comprehensive hub for both secondhand and new fashion, setting it apart from competitors focused solely on resale or new items.
  • The introduction of innovative features like 'Spaces' allows GOAT to offer a unique, interactive shopping experience that blends eCommerce with social media elements.
  • GOAT's strategic partnerships, such as the auction of exclusive Air Jordans to benefit student-athletes, highlight its commitment to community engagement and brand differentiation.

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