Operations Manager
Heritage Auctions
Are you looking to apply your talents in a fun and innovative company? Set your sights on a career at Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other cities. Heritage Auctions is the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves more than 40 different auction categories including, Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and many more.
SUMMARY: Responsible for overseeing all items through the consignment process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategically plan and manage the efficient production, shipping, and management of consignments to Home Office and coordinate Office Relocation.
Manage Operations staff of shippers, packers, and consignment coordinators
Report directly to Managing Director of New York office
Create monthly productivity reports for management
Resolve any arising problems or complaints
Ensure packing and unpacking of fragile items is completed carefully
Oversee and ensure timely entry and tagging of property
Establish where items will be stored before they go to Home Office or client
Ensure a constant flow of material to photographers and catalogers
Manage the locating of property at any time for any reason
Oversee in verifying and lot-tagging property
Manage and Assist the crew in safely moving property, including training
Help maintain control and order of storage areas
Manage and Assist with storage of non-value materials (cases, walls, etc.)
Manage and Assist in boxing and crating for inter-office shipment
Coordinate, manage and assist with loading and unloading of trucks safely
Assist with movement of sold and unsold items, including final disposition
Manage inventory control
Recommend improvements to flow, storage, and security
Other duties may be assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required, Bachelor’s degree or Military training
Must have 2+ years of experience in managing personnel
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Outlook and Excel
Superb customer service skills and grace under pressure
Driver’s license, Spanish Speaking preferred
Ability to multitask and pay great attention to detail
The individual will repeatedly lift to 60 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Individuals must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work extended hours, nights, and weekends due to tight deadlines is required.
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE