Organisatie

Sotheby's Belgium

Functieomschrijving

Provide expertise and quality service to our internal/external clients for all activities related to the logistics and transportation of works purchased or offered for sale at Sotheby's. This being done whilst ensuring timely delivery, controlling costs and respecting the group's internal rules and legislation.

Work closely with suppliers to implement and coordinate logistics to enable the transportation of art objects both domestically and internationally.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

- Respond and provide solutions to any request concerning pre-sales and post-sales transport operations, including time efficient documentation, at the best possible cost and in compliance with departmental procedures and customs regulations.

- Evaluate and verify all needs regarding transport (means of transportation, nature of packaging, etc.), request quotes from our suppliers, selecting the best option for our internal/external clients and record and validate this information in our computer system.

- Whenever possible, arrange for efficient group shipments whilst being cost efficient for Sotheby’s and clients.

- For all accepted quotes, contacting the service providers and sending them instructions for packaging, collection, transport and security.

- Ensure smooth local and international transportation, investigate and resolve any issues with carriers in a proactive and efficient manner within a reasonable time frame while keeping all involved parties informed.

- Ensure that works are imported/exported properly in accordance to applicable laws and regulations.

- Ensure that the necessary documentation requests (licences, CITES,..) are met within the given time frame and following up with the various organizations

- Being responsible for keeping data and documents

- Obtaining validated documents regarding import or export.

- Communicating frequently to his or her manager which is necessary to evaluate the performance and service level of suppliers.

- Informing the legal department of any issues related to customs regulations

Profiel

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

- Graduate degree with at least two years of professional experience.

- Knowledge of transport and supply chains as well as packaging standards, means of transport and national/international regulations.

- Punctual and organised with a methodical approach.

- Good social skills, sense of diplomacy and costumer relations (internal and external).

- Stress management.

- Capable of working in team and independently.

- Fluent in Dutch, French and English.

- Proficient in EXCEL/POWERPOINT/WORD.

Aanbod

Temporary contract within a young and dynamic team - Possibility of extension or permanent contract, in one of the world leading auction businesses.

Categorie
Andere
Type
Tijdelijk
Tewerkstelling
Deeltijds
Regio
Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest