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Auction Associate

Savage Surplus
Savage, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

Savage Surplus, a fast-growing tools and home goods store, is seeking a Live Auction Associate to join our team. In this role you will be tracking and processing inventory for auctions and assisting with our live auction shows either on Whatnot or K-Bid.

What You Will Do

- Receive, label, count and track incoming inventory for our live auction business

- Maintain an online database of items for each auction, including product pictures, descriptions, pricing and other relevant information

- Collaborate with the host on live auctions: preparing the studio for the show, live-modding, labeling incoming orders, and assisting with cleanup afterwards

- Schedule live shows, add giveaways, and write pertinent show notes

- Assist with picking and shipping of auction orders as needed

- Move, store and keep the physical inventory organized in the assigned part of the warehouse

Your Skills and Knowledge

- Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize tasks effectively

- The ability to work efficiently and multitask during fast-paced live auctions

- Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook

- The ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds

- The ability to operate dollies, pallet jacks and carts. Experience operating a forklift is a plus (but not required).

- Team-oriented and goal-oriented personality

- Good verbal and written communication skills

- The ability to work occasional evenings

What We Offer

- Competitive pay

- An opportunity for growth

- Friendly and supportive work environment

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have experience with auction platforms like Whatnot, K-Bid or eBay?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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