Temporary Logistics Coordinator

Sotheby's Institute of Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Sotheby’s Institute of Art is looking for a highly organized Logistics Coordinator in New York City. The role supports the movement and tracking of property across three sites and involves maintaining records, coordinating transfers for exhibitions and Private Sale appointments.

Ideal candidates should have 1–3 years of logistics experience in an arts context and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The hourly rate ranges from $24.00 - $27.00, with overtime potential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, registrar support, or collections management in an art, gallery, or museum setting.
• Highly organized with excellent record-keeping and communication skills.
• Flexible to work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of all property transferring between sites.
• Track piece count, tagging, and condition status.
• Coordinate return transfers following exhibitions.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Art handling

Record-keeping

Communication skills

Inventory tracking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Inventory databases

Internal scheduling systems

Job description

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales, and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.

THE ROLE

Sotheby’s is seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Logistics Coordinator to support the movement, intake, and tracking of property across our three New York sites: Long Island City (LIC), York Avenue, and the Breuer Building. This role blends logistics coordination with registrar‑adjacent responsibilities and plays a vital part in maintaining the accuracy, condition, and timely handling of property throughout its exhibition lifecycle—from initial transfers to return.

The Logistics Coordinator will assist with loop truck scheduling, coordinate property transfers for exhibitions and Private Sale, book the Breuer dock, and perform property intake and “lite” condition verification. The ideal candidate will be proactive, flexible, and deeply collaborative across departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed records of all property transferring from LIC and York Avenue to the Breuer for exhibitions and Private Sale appointments.
• Track piece count, tagging, condition status, and documentation to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Coordinate return transfers following exhibitions, reconciling paperwork and ensuring safe repackaging.
• Communicate regularly with Inventory Control, Registrar, and Specialist teams to ensure clear handoffs and status updates.
• Ensure works are handled according to Sotheby’s safety and security protocols.
• Support Art Handlers and Project Leads with information, access, and updated schedules.
• Partner with cross‑departmental teams to support pre‑sale activities across multiple locations, aligning logistics and workflow to meet shifting priorities and deadlines.

Ideal Experience & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, registrar support, or collections management in an art, gallery, or museum setting
• Strong understanding of art handling, condition reporting, and inventory tracking
• Highly organized with excellent record‑keeping and communication skills
• Comfortable working across multiple sites with shifting priorities
• Collaborative, team‑oriented, and solutions‑driven
• Experience with inventory databases and internal scheduling systems preferred
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as required

The expected hourly rate for this position ranges from $24.00 - $27.00. Employees in this role may be expected to work overtime, and will receive additional pay at the applicable overtime rate. In addition to hourly wages and overtime, successful candidates will be eligible for benefits as required by law.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race (including, without limitation, traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, and protective or treated or untreated hairstyles), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership/union status, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, genetic information, reproductive health decision, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, alienage or citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province or local law. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates.