What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consignment Director - Timepieces position at Heritage Auctions?
Description
Apply your expertise within one of the nation’s most distinguished and rapidly growing auction houses!
At Heritage Auctions, you’ll be part of a team that specializes in exceptional timepieces, connecting collectors with rare and historically significant watches worldwide. Headquartered in Dallas with offices globally, we offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where expertise is valued, relationships are key, and every consignment presents a new opportunity to uncover remarkable pieces. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about timepieces, we invite you to join our team and grow in a dynamic setting where knowledge, market insight, and storytelling bring extraordinary watches to a global audience.
SUMMARY: Responsible for obtaining consignments of fine timepieces, including antique pocket watches, vintage wristwatches, and high-end modern watches.
LOCATION: Heritage Auctions Chicago office, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Benefits
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE
Apply your expertise within one of the nation’s most distinguished and rapidly growing auction houses!
At Heritage Auctions, you’ll be part of a team that specializes in exceptional timepieces, connecting collectors with rare and historically significant watches worldwide. Headquartered in Dallas with offices globally, we offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where expertise is valued, relationships are key, and every consignment presents a new opportunity to uncover remarkable pieces. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about timepieces, we invite you to join our team and grow in a dynamic setting where knowledge, market insight, and storytelling bring extraordinary watches to a global audience.
SUMMARY: Responsible for obtaining consignments of fine timepieces, including antique pocket watches, vintage wristwatches, and high-end modern watches.
LOCATION: Heritage Auctions Chicago office, 222 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401k savings plans
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Source quality consignments from private collectors, trade dealers, and retailers
- Supervise the vetting of conditions and authenticate properties consigned
- Create and proofread catalog descriptions and marketing materials
- Market specific consignments to valued clients
- Negotiate client terms
- Review settlements and wires
- Attend trade shows and conventions to obtain consignments and to develop strategic partnerships with clients
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- 5 years of experience as a watch dealer and/or in a major auction house working environment with a focus in watches and fine timepieces
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Word and Excel
- Ability to multitask and pay great attention to detail
- Must have a positive attitude with exceptional customer service skills
- Public speaking talents are a plus!
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE