Director of Product

Backstory of CURATED

Founded in 2015 by John Temerian and Jordi Ricart, CURATED specializes in Vintage Blue Chip Automobiles, specifically low-production cars built between the 1970s and the early 2000s.
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Passionately believing the automobile is a viable and consistent alternative investment asset class, and betting on this specific era of iconic supercars, we continue to pave the way for the next generation of collectors.
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Through careful sourcing, storytelling, and restoration, CURATED has built a reputation as the world’s premier dealership for vintage supercars. Behind the scenes, disciplined financial operations and strong accounting controls are critical to supporting vehicle sales, restoration projects, technician labor, parts inventory, and commission-based compensation.

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Job Summery

As the Director of Product at CURATED, you will hold a critical role in representing the heart of our business: the cars themselves. You will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of every vehicle represented by CURATED, from acquisition and restoration through preparation, presentation, and final delivery to the client.

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This role ensures that every vehicle meets CURATED’s standards for authenticity, mechanical integrity, and presentation. From evaluating vehicle condition and coordinating restoration work with international partners to collaborating with the sales and marketing teams, your work will directly influence client trust and satisfaction.

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You will serve as the internal authority on the vehicles themselves, ensuring they are accurately represented, properly documented, and prepared to an exceptional standard before reaching a collector.

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This role also oversees restoration projects managed through partner facilities in Italy, ensuring timelines, documentation, and quality standards are consistently maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Automotive Expertise: Deep understanding of luxury and vintage supercars, including mechanical systems, market value, originality, and historical significance.
• Detail-Oriented Analysis: Ability to conduct thorough inspections and accurately document every aspect of a vehicle’s condition.
• Project Management: Strong ability to oversee complex restoration projects, track milestones, and manage multiple timelines across external partners.
• Client-Focused Mindset: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust and deliver a personalized experience to discerning collectors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work seamlessly with sales, marketing, restoration partners, finance and operational teams.
• High Standards: Dedication to upholding CURATED’s global reputation, by ensuring vehicles are always represented and delivered at the highest level.
• Event Preparation: An eye for aesthetics and a commitment to meticulous preparation to present vehicles to an award-winning standard at events and shows.‍
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required to visit restoration partners, attend events, and support key client deliveries.

Essential Skills

Restoration Project Oversight:

• Oversee active restoration and major service projects through CURATED’s partner facilities, including those in Europe.
• Track project milestones, sequencing, and timelines while identifying delays or risks early and escalating when necessary.
• Review build documentation, photography, and progress reports to ensure work aligns with CURATED’s standards and the agreed project scope.
• Serve as the operational bridge between restoration partners, internal leadership, sales teams, and clients.

Client Communication and Project Updates:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients with active restoration or major service projects.
• Provide regular written, visual, and verbal updates on project progress, including build photography, milestone summaries, and timeline expectations.
• Coordinate progress calls and ensure clients remain informed throughout the restoration process.
• Manage expectations when timelines shift, communicating clearly and escalating internally when necessary to ensure client satisfaction.

Coordination with Service Partners:

• Provide direction and feedback to restoration partners to ensure all work meets CURATED’s standards of quality and authenticity.
• Provide guidance and feedback to ensure outcomes align with both internal quality benchmarks and client expectations.
• Maintain consistent communication and reporting cadence with partners throughout the project lifecycle.

Vehicle Documentation & Product Knowledge:

• Maintain detailed vehicle records including condition reports, historical information, specifications, and key selling points.
• Contribute to the company database of vehicle histories and features to support both the sales and marketing teams.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for all vehicles in inventory, assisting the sales team in responding to technical or historical client questions.

Marketing Collaboration:

• Provide accurate and comprehensive vehicle details to the marketing team for listings, marketing materials, and storytelling.
• Assist in shaping the narrative around each vehicle to align with the expectations of collectors, investors, and enthusiasts.

Quality Assurance:

• Conduct final quality review of all vehicles prior to delivery, confirming mechanical readiness, presentation, and documentation meet CURATED’s standards.

Client Delivery and Engagement:

• Oversee the final delivery process for vehicles sold by CURATED, ensuring every client receives an exceptional ownership experience.
• Provide detailed walkthroughs of each vehicle’s history, specifications, and care requirements.
• Build lasting relationships with collectors by serving as a trusted technical resource.

Event Presentation:

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of vehicles for events, concours, and client showcases.
• Ensure vehicles are displayed in pristine condition and aligned with CURATED’s premium brand standards.
• Collaborate with the marketing and events teams and personally attend key events when appropriate to represent CURATED and the vehicles being presented.

Internal Reporting and Visibility:

• Maintain clear internal visibility on the status of vehicles, restoration timelines, and readiness for sale or delivery.
• Provide leadership with accurate updates on vehicle condition, project progress, and potential risks.

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Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the automotive industry, with a strong focus on luxury, vintage, or collector vehicles.
• Deep knowledge of vintage supercar mechanics, originality, historical significance, and market value.
• Proven experience managing complex restoration or build projects, including oversight of external partners across multiple geographies.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to track timelines, identify risks, and manage multiple active projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional client-facing communication skills and experience working with high-net-worth, detail-oriented clientele.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, operations, and finance teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Fluency in English required; Italian or Spanish a plus.

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Company Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and performance.
  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance contribution.
  
• Paid time off and holidays.
  
• Opportunities for professional development and manufacturer-specific training.
  
• The chance to work on some of the most collectible and historically significant supercars in the world within a globally recognized restoration environment.

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