Warehouse Supervisor, Logistics - Operations

Christie's•New York, NY

1d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Warehouse Supervisor, Logistics - Operations The Company Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this over 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Respect, Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business. Why This Role Matters The Warehouse Supervisor serves a critical role in the effective and efficient running of day to day pre-sale logistics at Christie’s warehouses. This role is responsible for overseeing the proper handling and storage of all property within the various warehouses as well as ensuring the safe movement throughout the building. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, direct line management of Art Handler staff, inventory management, vendor management as needed, and various administrative tasks. How You'll Make an Impact Oversee a team of fulltime art handlers to ensure that property is properly processed, organized, tagged, scanned, and handled at all times, set meaningful objectives and manage ongoing development of a high performing team. Manage specific warehouse zones to ensure all fine art property is safely and securely stored in accordance to Christie’s standards. Provide logistical support to specialists during cataloguing and sale deadlines. Ensure proactive communication and planning with various Art Departments, Warehouses, Photography, Saleroom, and Inventory Control, along with various vendors. Ensure a highly controlled, clean, and organized work environment is maintained at all times in accordance with 5S Standard with a particular focus on personal and property safety. Maintaining the quality of our overall inventory management via the regular implementation of warehouse scanning and reconciliation of information. Collaborate with Inventory team in identifying and processing delinquent stock, providing recommendations for property clearance as needed. Ensure all client property is tagged and condition checked with all product movement recorded accurately in Christie’s Inventory Management system. Complete and execute reports including but not limited to Damage Reports, Temp-Releases, Site Transfers, Condition Reports, and others as needed via the JDE inventory system. Maintain strong working relationships with Post-Sale Services, Art Transport, Specialist Departments and Inventory management team. Support labor and resource planning based on sale schedules and volume projections. Problem solve as issues arise and ensure proactive communication to all impacted groups. Improve space orientation and optimize property flow in warehouses. Adherence to process and best practice as outlined by the Logistics Dept. at Christie’s. Develop and implement any process improvements in conjunction with Management. Handle confidential information with tact and discretion. Provide periodic support and coverage at other Christie’s facilities in region. Other duties and projects as assigned by Manager.

Requirements

A natural leader willing to meet challenges head on while always maintaining a positive attitude.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills as well as sound business judgement.
Adheres to the highest levels of professionalism in all communications and interactions with clients, colleagues, and business partners.
Highly effective problem solver.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Ability to effectively delegate and adapt resource in accordance with priorities.
Supervisory skills including but not limited to training, coaching, and disciplining.
Always seeking out opportunities for improvement.
College degree or work equivalent
2-4 years of prior experience in art handling and warehousing
2+ years of direct line management experience.
Facility with PC computers in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Office
Ability to become proficient with Christie's JDE inventory system

Nice To Haves

Ideally with experience managing union staff.

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of fulltime art handlers to ensure that property is properly processed, organized, tagged, scanned, and handled at all times, set meaningful objectives and manage ongoing development of a high performing team.
Manage specific warehouse zones to ensure all fine art property is safely and securely stored in accordance to Christie’s standards.
Provide logistical support to specialists during cataloguing and sale deadlines.
Ensure proactive communication and planning with various Art Departments, Warehouses, Photography, Saleroom, and Inventory Control, along with various vendors.
Ensure a highly controlled, clean, and organized work environment is maintained at all times in accordance to 5S Standard with a particular focus on personal and property safety.
Maintaining the quality of our overall inventory management via the regular implementation of warehouse scanning and reconciliation of information.
Collaborate with Inventory team in identifying and processing delinquent stock, providing recommendations for property clearance as needed.
Ensure all client property is tagged and condition checked with all product movement recorded accurately in Christie’s Inventory Management system.
Complete and execute reports including but not limited to Damage Reports, Temp-Releases, Site Transfers, Condition Reports, and others as needed via the JDE inventory system.
Maintain strong working relationships with Post-Sale Services, Art Transport, Specialist Departments and Inventory management team.
Support labor and resource planning based on sale schedules and volume projections.
Problem solve as issues arise and ensure proactive communication to all impacted groups.
Improve space orientation and optimize property flow in warehouses.
Adherence to process and best practice as outlined by the Logistics Dept. at Christie’s.
Develop and implement any process improvements in conjunction with Management.
Handle confidential information with tact and discretion.
Provide periodic support and coverage at other Christie’s facilities in region.
Other duties and projects as assigned by Manager.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision care plans for employees and dependents (On average, Christie’s pays 80% of total premiums)
401(k) Savings Plan – Christie’s provides a matching contribution up to 5% (subject to IRS limits)
Life Insurance - 3x base salary (100% paid by Christie’s)
Disability Insurance (100% paid by Christie’s)
Generous time-off and leave policies; including 100% Paid Family Leave up to 16 weeks.
Fitness Reimbursement Program: reimbursement of eligible fitness fees and memberships up to $600 per year
Annual Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
Commuter Benefits - Pre-tax money towards your daily commute with a Christie’s contribution of $21 per month
Back Up Child & Elder Care – up to 10 days of back-up Child or Elder Care through Bright Horizons
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Day- Each employee receives one paid day per year to dedicate their time to a charity of their choice.
Perks and Discounts through Zo and Plum Benefits