Auction Project Mgr. (Industrial)

Description GovDeals; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading B2B e-commerce platform provider is seeking a Project Manager to oversee industrial asset disposal projects across Europe and EMEA. The ideal candidate is fluent in German and English, has at least 5 years of experience in a results-driven environment, and possesses a degree in Engineering, Business, or related fields. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, maintaining client communications, and ensuring the safe removal of assets. Up to 50% travel may be required.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a self-directed, results-driven work environment.
• Prior experience in industrial auctions or used equipment is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Oversee industrial asset disposal projects across Europe and EMEA.
• Build strong partnerships with Seller Clients and maintain clear communications.
• Conduct thorough inspections and present asset data to build buyer trust.
• Manage project budgets and ensure timely removal of assets.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Advanced Excel proficiency

Excellent verbal communication

Organized and detail-oriented

Ausbildung

Undergraduate degree (Engineering, Business, Communications)

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

CRM databases

Jobbeschreibung

Liquidity Services (NASDAQ: LQDT) operates the world’s largest B2B e-commerce marketplace platform for surplus assets, with over $15 billion in completed transactions to more than 6 million qualified buyers worldwide and 15,000 corporate and government sellers. It supports its clients’ sustainability efforts by helping them extend the life of assets, prevent unnecessary waste and carbon emissions, and reduce the number of products headed to landfills.

Job Description

The Project Manager oversees industrial asset disposal projects across Europe and EMEA. Some projects are managed independently, while others involve a Senior Project Manager. The Project Manager aims to maximise asset value, seller returns, and Liquidity Services revenue in accordance with seller agreements and Operations team procedures.

Responsibilities

Deliver projects according to seller agreements and the Operations Manual.

Build strong partnerships with Seller Clients, the Sales team, and other stakeholders by:

Ensuring effective handover from Seller and Sales post-agreement including confirmation of objectives, strategy, tasks, timelines, HSE procedures and necessary seller decisions.

Maintaining clear communication and regular reporting throughout the project.

Conduct thorough inspections, research, collect and organise asset data including descriptions, photos, video etc.

Present asset data online and in marketing media to very high standards to build buyer trust and confidence, competitive bidding and the highest prices.

Create targeted project marketing briefs and coordinate asset marketing campaigns with the Asset Marketing team.

Actively generate asset sale leads and build a personal network of potential buyers.

Close negotiated and auction sales, creating valid sale contracts with buyers.

Create and send post-sale reports to Sellers, Sales and Senior Director Operations immediately after sale close with recommendations for next steps.

Coordinate with Customer Services and Finance to promptly collect sales proceeds from buyers.

Manage the safe and timely removal of assets by buyers.

Create project budgets, manage expenditure and reconcile them before the settlement of proceeds to sellers.

Develop personal expertise in at least one asset category, share knowledge internally, and receive similar training from others in return.

Source, develop and approve third party shipping and logistics providers for a sub-region.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage staff contractors.
• Manage project health & safety of all stakeholders in accordance with the Health & Safety Policy.

Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Prior experience in industrial auctions, used equipment and/or industrial machinery is preferred
• Undergraduate degree (Engineering, Business, Communications or related field) is preferred but can be supplemented by experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a self-directed, results-driven work environment.

Skills:

• Fluent in German and English. French or Spanish an advantage
• Valid driving licence
• Advanced level proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and CRM databases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented; accurate and timely

Ability:

• Ability to handle multiple conflicting deadlines
• Must be reliable with tasks and attendance
• Ability to prioritise tasks and solve problems.

Work Conditions/ Physical Demands:

Extensive time walking and standing with some manual handling and physical exertion. A significant amount of desk and computer work, communicating by phone and online audio/video meetings internally and externally.

Location:

• Candidates must be located close to major airports.

Travel:

Up to 50% travel by air, train or car to seller sites and meetings as required.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liquidity Services Inc. reserves the right to modify position duties at any time due to business necessity.

Liquidity Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.