Sotheby's

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Synonymous with innovation, Sotheby’s promotes access, connoisseurship and preservation of fine art and rare objects through auctions, private sales and retail locations. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 50 categories, which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Interiors, among many others.

THE ROLE

The function of this role is to support the Fashion & Accessories department in Paris, cataloguing handbags, leather goods, and other related material. The Cataloguer will support all sales channels: auction, private sale, and buy-now. Further, they will help all sales efforts towards these sales channels whilst providing general assistance with ongoing projects and valuations within the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Cataloging

• Responsible for cataloging handbags and accessories for auction and Buy Now, supporting Paris and Geneva
• Complete primary research for handbag cataloging
• Assist Specialists with condition checking, authentication and pricing of handbags and accessories
• Maintain internal systems and databases (SAP, Viking, CAT, Client System, Google docs) for cataloging

Project Management & Data Analysis

• Track sale KPIs; prepare analysis and reports using sales and marketing data from various sources
• Maintain and update client bidder and buyer database
• Assist in research and analysis projects; excellent knowledge of Microsoft excel and ability to analyze raw data inputs and derive meaningful insights
• Oversee ongoing projects, acting as point person for both internal and external stakeholders to make sure the project runs smoothly and efficiently per company standards
• Work with marketing to provide assets required in development of editorial and social posts in a timely manner; collate and communicate feedback from clients and suppliers to the marketing team
• Provide ad-hoc support as required during the execution of sales and special events

Business Getting 

• Support Handbag Specialists with sourcing and selling
• Support business getting with client submissions to the Consignment platform, follow up with client to arrange consignment and follow up regarding purchase inquires
• Communicate with clients and vendors about sale consignments or property requirements in a structured and clear manner
• Assist with content creation for organic social media posts
• Research and write primary SEO content for handbags and accessories
• Partner with presale coordinator and post auction sales department
• Partner with shipping coordinators on inbound shipments; monitor property movements during the normal course of business and exhibitions

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s Degree required, ideally in relevant area of study/interest
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills: ability to read, interpret and present data in a structured way
• Strong computer skills with excellent knowledge of Excel G-Suite
• A team player: ability to work well with others and independently
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and proficient in English
• Strong attention to detail
• Flexibility in working across various time zones with the occasional overtime requirement
• Flexible and receptive to change
• Knowledge of luxury handbag models from Hermes, Chanel and Louis Vuitton
• Foreign language knowledge a bonus (e.g. Chinese)

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