Expert Literature Books
Core
Evaluate, select, and present high-quality book lots for auctions; guide sellers on pricing and performance; monitor results to drive engagement and sales.
Role type
Senior category manager (books/auctions)
Builds
Books auction listings and transactions
Domain
Antiquarian and literary books market
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Expert knowledge in books (literary/antiquarian), experience trading on auction platforms (Catawiki, eBay, 1stDibs, Yahoo), strong analytical skills for interpreting auction data, commercial awareness (pricing, sell-through rates, cash flow), research skills, network within the books and collectibles market
Preferred skills
Generalist knowledge of publications
Technologies
Catawiki, eBay, 1stDibs, Yahoo
Responsibilities
Evaluate submitted book lots for suitability, create clear and attractive listings, assess titles and images for quality, provide estimated values, guide sellers on auction strategies, monitor auction results for insights, onboard and develop relationships with sellers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC