Specialist, Handbags

The role

The Handbags Specialist sources luxury bags and accessories for Auction and Buy Now Marketplace. This person provides pricing, valuation, and authentication services while building buyer relationships.

What you will do

• Business-getting for Auctions in New York and across the region
• Drive Private Sale activity and organization of exhibitions within the US markets
• Inspect and authenticate properties in the US
• Work with Head of department and Marketing teams to promote initiatives
• Outreach to auction bidders and buyers to build relationships
• Outreach to Sotheby’s Relationship Managers
• Provide regular analysis of auction data to the Head of Department
• Advise on handbag and accessory product mix for US clientele
• Provide pricing, terms of consignment, and other deal-specific information to consignors
• Ensure that product photography is executed properly

Required qualifications

• Proven experience of managing client portfolios and driving sales
• Experience as a handbag’s authenticator and valuer
• Knowledge of retail and resale markets for luxury handbags and accessories
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy, global team
• Ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite

Nice to have

• Experience in auction house, ecommerce or second-hand luxury shop
• Interest in luxury brands and ecommerce businesses
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and flexible

Benefits

• competitive benefits package

About the company

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. The company has a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries.