The Portland Game Store has been a fixture on Killingsworth for almost a decade, providing the community with a place to play games and connect with friends. We offer a wide range of the best board games, RPGs, miniatures games, and trading card games available. Our play area has a full slate of events across a variety of games. There is always something happening!
We are currently looking to add a TCG Specialist to our team. While this is primarily a back of house role, this person will be expected to assist with front of house duties during busy times. This person will initially be the primary backup to our current team so flexibility in scheduling is a necessity.
Required Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge of Magic the Gathering (5+ years)
- 3+ years of experience grading and valuation of MTG singles
- Familiarity with TCGPlayer.com and its seller systems
- Familiarity with eBay.com and its seller systems
- Demonstrated knowledge of MtG singles market and trends
- High aptitude for math
Primary Duties include:
- Managing TCG singles inventory (MTG, Lorcana, Star Wars Unlimited) to be accurate and organized at all times
- Grading, sorting and pricing customer submitted collections
- Pulling orders for in store pickup
- Pulling, packaging and shipping online orders
- Using a machine sorter when appropriate
- Manipulating spreadsheets and data to assist organization
- Keeping up with clear and timely communication with customers about buys and sales
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area for the benefit of the team
Our ideal applicant is:
- Experienced with selling on TCGPlayer.com and eBay.com - You are familiar with these platforms from the seller standpoint, have sold cards for yourself or another business and are familiar with the customer service, shipping policies and management thereof.
- Organized and Detail Oriented - Our inventory moves fast and it is imperative that one is able to keep things properly organized and clear for all who are pulling from or adding to it. There are many details that need to be considered when properly maintaining our inventory and pulling inventory for sales. Knowing what to look for and when will help you to be efficient and accurate.
- Self motivated and driven - There are many different tasks that will be present on any given day. Being able to identify and prioritize what is needed is key. You must know how to move from one task to the next in a way that is most efficient and productive.
- Familiar with other card games - Flesh and Blood, Lorcana, Star Wars Unlimited are all TCGs played here so knowledge of these is a bonus.
This position is part-time (24-30 hours per week) to start.
Advancement to full time based on performance
$16-$20 per hour depending on experience
Additional Perks:
Product discounts
Free shift snack & drink
PTO (accrual for illness related time off)
Health Insurance (full time only)
Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your experience. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.