Shipping Coordinator (Temp)

Christie´s; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 55.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Christie’s in Geneva seeks a Shipping Coordinator for a full-time engagement from October 1, 2026 to January 8, 2027. The role involves sourcing shipping quotes, organizing transports with suppliers, packing items for shipment, and maintaining shipment records.

You will work with internal teams to ensure timely deliveries and adopt sustainable practices. Ideal candidates have experience in luxury or art sectors, strong proactivity and communication skills, and fluency in French and English.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in the luxury or art industry is recommended.
• Demonstrate excellent proactivity, communication & organization skills.
• Be able to organize yourself, prioritize your workload and meet deadlines.
• Proven time and task management and problem-solving abilities.
• Passion and determination to deliver high standards of client service.
• Positive, dynamic attitude and team player.
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally.
• Good problem solver with ability to seek continuous improvement.
• Logical thinker with attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in French & English.

Aufgaben

• Source and provide shipping quotes, create import/export invoices, meet deadlines and send shipment's pre-alerts.
• Organize transports with suppliers: pre-sale, post-sale and returning items.
• Packing of jewels and watches to be shipped from Geneva office.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.
• Monitor shipment progress and update relevant parties.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, including tracking information.

Kenntnisse

French fluency

English fluency

Proactive & organized

Tools

MS Excel

Outlook

Word

Adobe

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

The Company Christie's, the world's largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this over 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Respect, Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do, and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business.

Why This Role Matters

The Shipping Coordinator embodies key responsibilities.

Full time position from October 1st 2026 to January 8 2027.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Source and provide shipping quotes, create import/export invoices, meet deadlines and send shipment's pre-alerts
• Organize transports with suppliers: pre-sale, post-sale and returning items
• Packing of jewels and watches to be shipped from Geneva office
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders
• Monitor shipment progress and update relevant parties
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, including tracking information, delivery confirmations
• Receive and give parcels in person to suppliers
• Following sustainable practices and initiatives to minimize environmental impact
• Administration support: Receipt of deliveries, invoices, TIB files, filling and preparation of shipping paperwork
• Other duties as assigned by Line Manager

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Experience in the luxury or art industry is recommended
• Demonstrate excellent proactivity, communication & organisation skills
• Be able to organise yourself, prioritise your own workload/activity and work to meet deadlines
• Proven time/task management and problem solving abilities
• A passion and determination to deliver a high standard of client service
• Positive, dynamic attitude and team player
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
• A good problem solver with the ability to seek continuous improvement
• Logical thinker & attention to detail
• Proficient in using MS Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe and PowerPoint
• Fluent in French & English

Close Date

27th September

Christie's is the world's leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories – including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables – as well as a long and successful history of private sales. Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich and Shanghai. Our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be found here