Militaria Consignment Director — Grow Elite Collections

Heritage; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plans

Onsite gym with trainer

Job summary

Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, seeks a senior leader to grow the Militaria consignments. You will source premier militaria, evaluate artifacts for authentication and value, and drive marketing and sales strategies to expand the category.

Strong networking, negotiation, and travel readiness are essential. Skilled in provenance research and with a decade of militaria experience, you will collaborate with senior management to expand the client base and oversee catalog production across

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of militaria, military artifacts, uniforms, medals, insignia, edged weapons, and related collectibles.
• Proven track record acquiring and managing high-value consignments.
• Experience in appraisals, auctions, or private treaty sales preferred.
• Knowledge of provenance research and authentication practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to expand the Militaria category.
• Source high-quality consignments from collectors, estates, dealers, museums, and institutions.
• Evaluate authenticity, significance, provenance, and condition to set auction value.
• Negotiate terms of consignment and maintain consignor relationships.
• Oversee catalog production with catalogers, photographers, and marketing teams.
• Represent Heritage Auctions at shows, events, and exhibitions.
• Expand client database with new consignors and bidders.
• Broker Private Treaty Sales as appropriate.
• Travel as needed to meet clients and vet property for consignment.
• Review catalog text, images, ads, and press materials; ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

10+ years in militaria/military history field

Job description

Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, seeks a senior leader to grow the Militaria consignments. You will source premier militaria, evaluate artifacts for authentication and value, and drive marketing and sales strategies to expand the category.

Strong networking, negotiation, and travel readiness are essential. Skilled in provenance research and with a decade of militaria experience, you will collaborate with senior management to expand the client base and oversee catalog production across