Sotheby's · 2 months ago
Specialist, Modern Collectibles
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yrSotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury, committed to making the industries more inclusive and sustainable. The Specialist will focus on driving growth in the global sports memorabilia market, providing clients with pricing, negotiating sales, and managing collectibles projects from inception to execution.
ArtCollectiblesEventsRetail
Responsibilities
Project manage Collectibles projects from inception to execution, tracking each detail to completion
Securing profitable consignments for auction, direct acquisition opportunities through retail, marketplace, meeting individual revenue targets and helping the team meet annual plan
Responsible for selling sports memorabilia to clients via telephone, email, in-person and at events
Provide advice to buyers across both auction & retail
Events creation/management/participation to include client development and entertaining
Participate in the development of marketing content including tailored offers and content for email, website, and social media campaigns
Perform property inspection of memorabilia at Sotheby’s and on-site at client’s premises (as needed)
Maintain accurate records of warehouse inventory
Provide a high level of customer service to all clients
Cross-selling the business to all Sotheby’s clients
Qualification
Required
Exceptional knowledge of sports relevant to the auction & retail market
Understand and demonstrate a 'no compromise' attitude towards luxury: protecting the Sotheby's Modern Collectibles brand vision and brand equity while achieving short term sales goals
Experience in developing clientele over time and nurturing relationships with an existing client network
High level of attention to detail is a must
Self-starter with an ability to make commercial decisions independently
Strong ability to network and convert social connections into business opportunities
Experience networking and selling to high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals
Professional, discreet and commercial client service skills
Fluent in both writing and speaking English
Proficient in MS Word, Excel
Travel may be required
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Competitive benefits package
Company
Sotheby's
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury.
Founded in 1744
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Mike Goss
CFO
Cynthia Houlton
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