Luxury Handbag Specialist - Private Sales & Auctions

Sotheby's Home; Abu Dhabi; Sur place; AED 400 000 - 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sotheby's in the United Arab Emirates seeks a dynamic, client-focused professional to drive Auctions and Private Sales across Dubai and the broader region. You will collaborate with the Head of Department and Marketing to promote Auctions and marketplace initiatives, and you will travel across the Middle East and Europe as needed.

The role requires proven experience managing client portfolios, authenticating handbags, and knowledge of luxury resale markets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of managing client portfolios and driving sales.
• Experience as a handbag's authenticator and valuer.
• Experience in auction house, ecommerce or second-hand luxury shop.

Responsabilités

• Business-getting for Auctions in Dubai and across the region as well as contributing to major selling European locations and Buy-Now Marketplace
• Drive Private Sale activity within region including the organization of Private Sale exhibitions within the Middle East
• Inspect and authenticate properties in the Middle East
• Work with Head of department and Marketing teams to promote all Auctions and Marketplace initiatives
• Outreach to auction bidders and buyers to build relationships
• Outreach to Sotheby's Relationship Managers to ensure internal awareness of all sales happening in this category
• Provide regular analysis of auction data to the Head of Department
• Advise on handbag and accessory product mix for Middle East clientele
• Provide pricing, terms of consignment, and other deal-specific information to consignors
• Ensure that product photography is executed properly
• Work collaboratively with team Administrators and Coordinators to facilitate smooth handoff of information and positive client experiences
• Participate in regular pipeline meetings to keep Head of Department aware of progress for Auction and Marketplace channels
• Regular travel throughout the Middle East and Europe will be required as part of the role

Connaissances

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Independence

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Suite

Arabic language

French language

European language skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Outils

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Suite

Description du poste

Sotheby's in the United Arab Emirates seeks a dynamic, client-focused professional to drive Auctions and Private Sales across Dubai and the broader region. You will collaborate with the Head of Department and Marketing to promote Auctions and marketplace initiatives, and you will travel across the Middle East and Europe as needed.

The role requires proven experience managing client portfolios, authenticating handbags, and knowledge of luxury resale markets.