Inventory and Sales Room Associate

Job Responsibility:

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Maynards has been handling fine art, antiques,and rare finds of all kinds for more than 100 years. Our mission is to engage both emerging and established collectors, making artworks of diverse background, style, and price point accessible through both on-site and online venues.

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Maynards Antique & Fine Art Ltd. is seeking to recruit an Auction floor assistant for our auction room in Richmond. We are seeking a hard-working, self-motivated individual, capable of setting up and preparing the auction floor for viewing and sales, carrying and moving large art and furniture pieces , consigning articles in for consignment , controlling inventory, and maintaining the security and cleanliness of the building and surroundings.

This position is full-time, with possible weekends and evening work during auctions, setup days, and previews. Extensive training will be provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with team members to move and install furniture and art pieces throughout the showroom.
• Communicate and coordinate with Auctioneers for upcoming sales, manage showroom space for incoming consignments, current sale, and all upcoming sales for preview.
• Identify and record incoming items for consignment.
• Maintain and track inventory, manage and organize items for upcoming auctions and unsold items for past sales.
• Track items sold during an auction and release the correct items to clients.

QUALIFICATION

• High levels of fitness ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs . ( mandatory )
• Must have great communication skills and attention to detail.
• Great work ethic with a friendly and pleasant demeanour.
• Strong writing skills
• Knowledge of art and antiques
• Ability to work independently.
• Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
• A second language is an asset.

Job Types: Full-time , Permanent

Salary : $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Are you physically able to move minimum of 50lbs?

Experience: Inventory management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Store discount
• Vision care

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond, BC V6V 1Z6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person