Pre-Sales Experience Coordinator, Wine

The Role To own the administration of sales and work with the Head of Auction Sales to ensure that Wine sales are administered in accordance with company policy, reinforcing the need to provide exemplary client service. Responsibilities Responsible for the daily general administration of the Wine department Responsible for pre- and post-sale auction administration including estimates, proposal document preparation and data entry Provides consignors with both pre- and post-sale information concerning their consignments and the relevant documentation Ensure all auction contracts are distributed, agreed and signed by all parties before the sale Responsible for all House Property, canceled sales, re-offers by consignors and purchase orders Maintains all auction sale files (consignor, pre- and post-sale packages, etc.) Maintain, organize and clean directories on main department drive Coordinate auction sale settlement Manage photo requests and liaise with warehouse and clients Help prepare and set-up the saleroom for live auctions Assist with property inspection at the warehouse and on-site at client’s premises, as needed Assist with organizing events, including liaising with venues, coordinating menus and guest lists Assist with other department projects or initiatives, as needed Ideal Experience & Competencies Bachelor’s Degree Previous administrative or wine industry experience preferred Knowledge and Interest in wine preferred Good communication and client service skills Excellent organizational skills including ability to multi-task and prioritize High level of attention to detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, Outlook Good working knowledge of Sotheby’s System’s: SAP, CLIENT, CAT, Valuation Compensation and Benefits The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $47,000-$52,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Equal Opportunity Employer The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including, without limitation, traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective and treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates. #J-18808-Ljbffr