Specialist, Handbags & Fashion

Singapore. Posted 3 days ago

The role

You will source luxury bags and accessories for Sotheby's Auction and Buy Now Marketplace. You will value and authenticate bags, build relationships with buyers, and work with internal teams.

What you will do

Business-getting for Auctions across major selling Asian locations and Buy-Now Marketplace
Inspect and authenticate properties in all Asia locations
Work with Head of Sale and Marketing teams to promote Auctions and Marketplace initiatives
Outreach to auction bidders and buyers to build relationships
Outreach to Sotheby's Relationship Managers about sales in this category
Provide regular analysis of auction and market data
Advise on handbag and accessory product mix for the Buy-Now Marketplace
Provide pricing, terms of consignment and deal-specific information to consignors
Ensure product photography is executed properly
Work with team Administrators and Coordinators for smooth handoffs and positive client experiences

Required qualifications

Experience in auction house, ecommerce or second-hand luxury shop
Knowledge of retail and resale markets for luxury handbags and accessories
Interest in luxury brands and ecommerce businesses
Enthusiastic, proactive and flexible
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Client focus; committed to outstanding service to clients
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; tech savvy

Nice to have

Experience as an authenticator and valuer of luxury goods
Mandarin and Cantonese (highly advantageous)
Other language skills (highly valued)

About the company

Sotheby's, established in 1744, promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. It operates across 70 selling categories with a global network of specialists in 40 countries.