Sales Assistant LATAM

Carpenters Workshop Gallery•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a detail-oriented, hard-working enthusiastic sales assistant to support the Director of Latin America, based in New York. The ideal candidate will be methodical, well-spoken, and collaborative. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a fast-paced, international gallery and be a part of the busy sales team.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 - 3 years work experience
Excellent communication etiquette in person, on the phone, and over email
Quick problem-solving skills in high-pressure, deadline-driven environment, time management
Passion for contemporary art and design
Career interest in sales
Skills in a Mac-based environment and Microsoft Office Suite
Fluency in Spanish
Poised and polished appearance to fit a gallery environment
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Previous auction house or art/design gallery experience preferred
Degree in Art History or a related field preferred
Knowledge of ArtLogic, Hubspot, and Asana a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as a public-facing representative of the gallery, speaking about program with visitors, collectors, interior designers, and artists
Host clients, deliver sales pitch
Assemble sales collateral for client viewing
Organize client contact database and record activity/ interests
Generate artwork invoices and track payment
Manage international shipment and installation of artworks
Liaise with logistics team on condition of artworks and oversee any needed repairs
Organize material sample library and track sample loans
Book travel, hotel, and restaurant reservations
Attend to general administrative tasks, including answering phones, mailing books, sorting correspondence, etc.