- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $19.51–22.29/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About The RealReal
The RealReal is a US luxury consignment marketplace founded in 2011. It sells pre-owned fashion, jewelry, watches, art and home furnishings through its website and stores. Its teams authenticate, price and photograph goods before they go on sale.
The RealReal is hiring a part-time Inventory Operations Associate in Miami, with a commitment of 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The role supports inventory processing, order fulfillment, loss prevention, merchandising, store presentation, and customer service; the expected hourly rate is $19.51–$22.29.
Role & Responsibilities
- Use inventory management systems to scan, process, and research merchandise shipments in accordance with inventory control processes.
- Prepare and ship customer orders according to quality, packing, and shipping standards.
- Implement loss-prevention policies and procedures to protect company assets and support growth.
- Manage inventory movement by processing markdowns, transfers, consolidations, receipts, and point-of-sale transactions accurately and promptly.
- Support product placement and outfitting that reflects trends, reinforces brand messaging, and inspires customers.
- Use core systems and technologies, including POS, Mac, and Google Suite applications.
- Maintain product presentation according to standards by returning items to their place, replenishing or adding depleted items to the sales floor from inventory, and removing or relocating items.
- Help keep sales floors and stockrooms clean and organized.
- Support and model excellent customer service through a positive attitude and enthusiasm when communicating with internal and external customers.
- Demonstrate fluency in store operating procedures and teach or assist team members with daily store functions.
- Participate in cycle counts and inventory counts as needed.
- Perform other functions or tasks as needed or directed to support store success.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in retail or customer service.
- Past success working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to handle customer interactions and potential issues or concerns courteously and professionally.
- Availability for a flexible schedule that meets business needs, including weekends and holidays, early-morning shifts, or late-night shifts.
- Ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 pounds while merchandising the sales floor, and to use ladders or stairs.
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- Ability to use all required store equipment and technology.
Skills
Experience
At least 1 year in retail or customer service.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 19.51 to USD 22.29 per hour.
Benefits
Full-time benefits: $500/month bonus at target; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; 401(k) with Company Match; medical, dental, vision, and commuter benefits in applicable locations; paid parental leave; 9 paid company holidays; 18 paid PTO days, accruing from the first day of work. Part-time benefits: $250/month bonus at target; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; 9 paid company holidays; 9 paid PTO days, accruing from the first day of work.
Culture
A consignment passes through several hands. Authentication specialists examine the item, merchandising teams prepare the listing and client teams work with the person who consigned it.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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