Online Auction and Digital Manager

Caring Transitions

Herndon (VA)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Flexible hybrid schedule

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for career advancement

Job summary

A compassionate relocation service provider in Northern Virginia seeks an Online Auction and Digital Manager to oversee auction operations and enhance digital marketing efforts. The role involves coordinating online auction processes, maintaining websites, and managing social media content. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience in online auctions or digital marketing. A flexible hybrid schedule is available, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in online auctions, digital marketing, or administrative coordination.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.
Experience with social media marketing and content creation.
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.
Based in or able to commute to Northern Virginia (hybrid schedule available).

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage online auction processes.
Maintain and update company websites.
Provide general administrative support to leadership teams.
Monitor auction progress, manage closing procedures, and support post-auction activities such as invoicing, pick-up and shipping.
Bonus for help developing new and current marketing initiatives.
Digital and Web Management: Help maintain and update company websites with current inventory, auction dates, and promotions.
Optimize listings and site content for SEO and user experience.
Work with design and marketing tools to ensure high-quality digital presentations.
Track website and auction performance using analytics tools and prepare reports.
Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to leadership teams when called upon, including scheduling, file organization, and data entry.
Help maintain internal databases, customer contact lists, and client records.
Assist with shipping logistics, vendor coordination, and client communications.
Help answer phones, respond to emails, and support client inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Social Media Management: Plan, create, and publish engaging content across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Google and LinkedIn.
Promote upcoming auctions, estate sales, highlight featured items, and share client success stories.
Engage with followers, respond to comments/messages, and grow our online community of interest.
Monitor analytics to refine content strategy and maximize engagement.

Skills

Online auction management

Digital marketing

Social media content creation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CMS

SEO tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Online Auction and Digital Manager

Location: Northern Virginia (Hybrid Role)

Job Type: Part or Full-Time

Company Description

Caring Transitions is the nation's largest and most trusted provider of relocation, downsizing, decluttering, and liquidation of household goods. Regardless of the situation—the loss of a loved one or the need to relocate someone—Caring Transitions of Northern Virginia offers a streamlined support system to help facilitate a less stressful transition, taking care of the details so you can take care of yourself or a loved one. Our goal is to reduce the stress associated with these life-changing events.

Why Work Here?

Join our compassionate and mission-driven team as we help seniors and families transition into new homes and liquidate cherished items with care and respect. Every day, we make a difference in people’s lives by preserving memories, simplifying challenging transitions, and supporting those in need. If you’re organized, tech-savvy, and want to use your skills for a greater purpose, this role is for you.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Online Auction and Digital Manager assistant to oversee our online auction operations, help with digital marketing efforts, administrative functions, and social media presence. This is a key role that supports the day-to-day functioning and long-term growth of our business. Substantial growth opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Auction Management: Coordinate and manage all aspects of our online auction process, including item intake, cataloging, photography, and auction setup.
Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate and appealing product descriptions and condition reports.
Upload and manage auction listings on platforms like CTBIDS, E-BAY and Facebook.
Monitor auction progress, manage closing procedures, and support post-auction activities such as invoicing, pick-up and shipping.
Bonus for help developing new and current marketing initiatives.

Digital and Web Management: Help maintain and update company websites with current inventory, auction dates, and promotions.
Optimize listings and site content for SEO and user experience.
Work with design and marketing tools to ensure high-quality digital presentations.
Track website and auction performance using analytics tools and prepare reports.

Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to leadership teams when called upon, including scheduling, file organization, and data entry.
Help maintain internal databases, customer contact lists, and client records.
Assist with shipping logistics, vendor coordination, and client communications.
Help answer phones, respond to emails, and support client inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Social Media Management

Plan, create, and publish engaging content across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Google and LinkedIn.
Promote upcoming auctions, estate sales, highlight featured items, and share client success stories.
Engage with followers, respond to comments/messages, and grow our online community of interest.
Monitor analytics to refine content strategy and maximize engagement.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in online auctions, digital marketing, or administrative coordination (experience in art/antiques or resale industry is a plus).
Proficient in other auction platforms, CMS, social media tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with social media marketing and content creation.
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.
Based in or able to commute to Northern Virginia (hybrid schedule available).

Preferred Skills