Senior Shipping Coordinator

Sotheby's; Paris; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global auction house in Paris is seeking a Shipping Coordinator to manage logistics for pre- and post-sale activities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in shipping or logistics, strong client service skills, and knowledge of international shipping regulations. This role requires good organizational skills and fluent English, offering a dynamic work environment within the art and luxury sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of appropriate experience.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Strong working knowledge of international import/export procedures and licensing requirements.
• Good English speaker.

Responsabilités

• Manage post-sale adjustments for temporary imports and exports.
• Assist clients with inquiries regarding shipments.
• Monitor and update sales results regarding temporary admissions.
• Prepare and manage customs adjustments.

Connaissances

Client service skills

Knowledge of international import/export procedures

Excellent organizational skills

Good communication skills

Strong knowledge in EXCEL/POWERPOINT/WORD

Description du poste

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of Shipping and Buyer Experience, the Shipping Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting the sales process, ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, and coordinating logistics for both pre- and post-sale activities. This position involves providing customer service, creating shipping quotes, and assisting with the import and export of items. The shipping coordinator will also monitor European and international travel exhibitions, as well as lots being temporarily imported into France for expertise. The ideal candidate will work closely with various departments, shippers and other suppliers to ensure smooth operations, timely delivery, and compliance with Sotheby’s policies and international regulations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administrative management of post-sale adjustments for temporary imports, temporary exports, releases for “Mise consommation” customs warehousing and inventory accounting.
• Monitoring Parisian and international sales results and updating information relating to temporary admissions and temporary exports.
• Preparing/managing customs adjustments and gathering related evidence.
• Managing applications for export licenses and CITES permits in conjunction with carriers, customs, SMF, SLL and the DRIEE, as required by the business.
• Ensure that works are imported/exported correctly in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Respond and provide rapid resolution to enquiries and issues concerning pre- and post-sale shipments.
• Assist clients with any inquiries or account-related issues before, during, and after sales.
• Record and validate the quote into our internal system and provide accurate shipping quotes for buyers pre- and post-sale by considering international shipment and customs regulations.
• Work alongside the specialist department to ensure we have all the information on import, export and travelling exhibition items.
• Liaise with shippers to request quotes and obtain the best price and shipment timing.
• For accepted quotations, contact service providers and send them instructions for packaging, collection, transport and security.
• Ensure the smooth running of local and international transport, address problems with carriers, and resolve them proactively while keeping all parties informed.
• Communicate import customs specifics to internal/external clients when a travelling exhibition is planned.
• Respect delivery timelines for travelling exhibitions and lots going for expertise, then returning to other Sotheby’s offices worldwide.
• Where possible, organize group shipments to improve efficiency and reduce costs for Sotheby’s and its clients.
• Coordinate with shipping vendors and internal specialist departments to troubleshoot and rectify shipping issues in a timely manner and keep the client informed.
• Manage re-imports of unsold goods outside the EU.
• Regularisation for Taxe forfaitaire or temporary admission with customs and vendors.
• Update the compta matiere database.
• Awareness of any changes to rules and regulations (internal and external).
• Coordinating and executing pre-sale and post-sale shipping requests where required to support the team.
• Validating proof of exports for tax refunds.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Minimum of 5 years of appropriate experience.
• Excellent client service skills.
• High level of initiative.
• Strong working knowledge of international import/export procedures and licensing requirements.
• Strong management and leadership with the ability to motivate teams and work with senior levels of management.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Decisive, flexible, and innovative.
• Agility of mind, ability to plan, prioritize and multitask.
• Logical, structured, organized and disciplined.
• Able to work with complexity and ambiguity.
• Good English speaker.
• Strong knowledge in EXCEL/ POWERPOINT / WORD.

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