Hip eCommerce

&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About Hip eCommerce&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;We are avid collectors building the most efficient, specialized collectible communities on earth; where our vision is to know where every collectible is in the world, who has it, who wants it, and use technology to bring them together.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Today, we operate three marketplaces, including HipComic, HipStamp, and HipPostcard. At HipComic we’re blazing a trail in the comic book industry with our advanced image recognition features for selling, as well as our My Collection app that lets you organize and track your collection with just one snap.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We are a dynamic, fast-growing, VC-backed company that caters to collectors from all over the world. Our company is known for its vibrant culture and community, and we are committed to providing the best customer experience to our users. We’re also a worldwide, fully remote team, with a strong employee presence in the United States and the Philippines, and our employees are our strongest assets.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About the Position&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;As the &lt;strong&gt;Senior Comic Book Buyer&lt;/strong&gt; for Infinity Comics, you are more than just a buyer; you&#39;re a treasure hunter, master negotiator, and a pivotal player in our growth journey. Your mission is to travel across the country, uncovering and acquiring the most sought-after comic book collections to delight our customers and enhance our market position.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You will forge and nurture relationships with sellers to secure high-value collections. With leads coming inbound through our advanced AI lead buying platform and CRM system, your negotiation skills will ensure we acquire these collections on favorable terms, securing strong margins and bolstering our financial strength. Working closely with our Comic Book Business Development Manager (who manages our pipeline) and reporting directly to the CEO of Infinity Comics, you&#39;ll play a crucial role in the strategic growth of our company.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This role demands a passionate individual with extensive knowledge and appreciation for comic books, exceptional customer service skills, and the ability to travel frequently. The ideal candidate should be well-versed in comics grading, possess strong organizational skills, and maintain honesty and transparency in all transactions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How You&#39;ll Spend Your Time&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;📈 &lt;strong&gt;Leverage Inbound Leads&lt;/strong&gt; by following up on thousands of monthly leads from our CRM system, ensuring a steady influx of top-quality collections.&lt;br&gt;✈️ &lt;strong&gt;Travel Nationwide&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;to meet potential sellers, evaluate their collections, negotiate purchases, and acquire premium comic book collections.&lt;br&gt;🤝 &lt;strong&gt;Build Trust&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;with sellers, creating strong relationships that enhance credibility and reputation.&lt;br&gt;💬 &lt;strong&gt;Negotiate Effectively&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;to secure collections on fair and favorable terms, balancing value for Infinity Comics and sellers&#39; expectations.&lt;br&gt;📊 &lt;strong&gt;Collaborate Closely&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;with the Comic Book Business Development Manager to prioritize leads and optimize the sales pipeline.&lt;br&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Expertly Evaluate&lt;/strong&gt; comic book collections using the 10-point grading scale to assess condition and value. Staying up to date with market trends and price fluctuations.&lt;br&gt;🚀 &lt;strong&gt;Embrace Growth&lt;/strong&gt; opportunities and challenges in a rapidly expanding business, tackling diverse tasks with enthusiasm and creativity.&lt;br&gt;📦&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Coordinate Logistics&lt;/strong&gt; for the acquisition and transport of collections, ensuring secure and efficient handling.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Qualifications&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;🏆 &lt;strong&gt;Master Negotiator&lt;/strong&gt; with a proven track record of securing favorable terms and robust margins.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📚&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Comic Book Connoisseur&lt;/strong&gt; with deep knowledge and passion for silver and bronze age comic books.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌟&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Exceptional Communicato&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;r&lt;/strong&gt; with strong interpersonal skills, extroverted and personable.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌍&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Willing Traveler&lt;/strong&gt; ready to acquire collections, sometimes on short notice.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔍&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Grading Expert&lt;/strong&gt; familiar with the 10-point grading scale for comic books.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🤝&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Honest and Ethical&lt;/strong&gt; committed to transparent and fair business practices.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🗂&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Organized and Detail-Oriented&lt;/strong&gt; with the ability to manage multiple deals simultaneously.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🚀&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Self-Starter&lt;/strong&gt; who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes initiative to drive results.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;em&gt;Don’t let impostor syndrome or a confidence gap stop you from applying. We encourage you to apply for this position even if you feel you do not meet all the requirements. Hip eCommerce is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Schedule Requirements&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;Employees are expected to work full time, from &amp;nbsp;8am-5pm Eastern Time Monday to Thursday, and 8am-12pm Eastern Time Friday.&lt;/div&gt;