Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $120,000.00 - $150,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
discretionary bonus
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Sotheby's, established in 1744, is recognized globally as the premier destination for art and luxury, offering unparalleled access to exceptional art and luxury objects through various channels, including auctions, private sales, e-commerce, and retail. With a rich legacy spanning over two and a half centuries, Sotheby's has built a trusted global marketplace supported by an advanced technology platform and a network of specialists operating in 40 countries and across 70 categories. These categories encompass a diverse range of valuable and collectible items, such as Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in global shipping and logistics
- Proven knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs compliance
- Experience managing carrier and vendor relationships
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Ability to lead global teams and drive change
- Highly client-focused with excellent communication skills
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field
- 10+ years of leadership experience in global shipping and logistics
- Strong expertise in international shipping regulations, customs compliance, and carrier management
- Proven ability to implement global shipping standards and technology solutions
- Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
- Exceptional leadership and change management experience
- Client-oriented mindset with understanding of shipping's impact on trust and satisfaction
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Job Duties
- Define and execute Sotheby's global shipping strategy
- Establish and maintain worldwide standards for shipping operations including compliance, security, packaging, and client communication
- Leverage technology and digital tools to enhance visibility, efficiency, and client experience
- Develop and monitor global KPIs and scorecards to measure performance and identify opportunities for optimization
- Oversee secure, efficient transport of high-value art and luxury assets across all sales channels
- Ensure full compliance with customs, import/export, insurance, and cultural property regulations
- Build and optimize relationships with global carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers
- Negotiate and manage contracts balancing cost efficiency with service quality
- Embed shipping as a seamless, client-centric part of the Sotheby's experience
- Partner with internal teams to integrate shipping solutions into broader service model
- Own the global shipping budget and drive cost efficiency
- Forecast capacity and infrastructure needs to support growth.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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