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Join us for an opportunity to work in one of Canada’s finest First Nations art galleries. Our commercial gallery offers a creative, challenging and rewarding experience in the arts.
Submit your application to our contact page.
Position: Gallery Associate - Client Relations + Operations
Overview:
Coastal Peoples has an exciting opportunity for a Gallery Associate to join our vibrant Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver.
You will be responsible for providing administrative and operational support. The role will involve customer service, inventory management and various tasks that are crucial to key the daily functioning of the gallery.
Our Gallery can give you the opportunity to experience Indigenous culture in an arts environment. Since 1996, Coastal Peoples Gallery has presented a world class First Nations and Inuit collection, and has brought visitors and collectors together to experience their art and culture in a historic Gastown location.
We’re seeking a self-motivated, super organized and versatile individual with an eye for detail who possesses administration skills and is willing to maintain and oversee various aspects of the gallery while handling specific duties related to inventory management plus daily operations during a flexible work week.
If this sounds like you, then we would be delighted to have you apply.
Responsibilities:
Working within a team environment, you would perform key tasks to assist in the performance of the gallery, including:
- Gallery operations and reception duties
- Engage with prospective buyers and clients in person and electronically
- Web site inventory and CRM database management
- Assist with exhibitions and special events
- Perform shipping duties as necessary
- Gallery maintenance and cleanliness
Qualifications:
Requires a confident, dependable individual to contribute enthusiastically and take on key gallery responsibilities within an intimate team environment
Self-motivated, self-reliant multi-tasker capable of working independently and as a part of an integrated team
Sales experience dealing with high-end clientele
An interest or specific knowledge in Canadian First Nations’ culture is preferred
Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, etc.
Ability to handle delicate artwork in a professional manner
Experience in maintaining a client database and/or web site is an asset
Experience in corporate B2B sales and/or events management is an asset
Flexible weekly schedule including some weekends
How to Apply:
Please indicate on your submission where you discovered this listing.
Please submit your cover letter, resume and references to our contact page.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those short-listed will be contacted. No phone calls or gallery drop-ins please.
Remuneration is competitive based on experience.
Position: e-Commerce Coordinator
Overview:
Coastal Peoples has an exciting opportunity for an E-Commerce Coordinator to join our vibrant Art
Gallery in downtown Vancouver.
You will be responsible for providing administrative and operational support. The role will involve
customer service, inventory management and various tasks that are crucial to key the daily
functioning of the gallery.
Our Gallery can give you the opportunity to experience Indigenous culture in an arts environment.
Since 1996, Coastal Peoples Gallery has presented a world class First Nations and Inuit collection
and has brought visitors and collectors together to experience their art and culture in a historic
Gastown location.
We’re seeking self-motivated and versatile candidates with solid tech skills who are willing to
maintain and oversee all aspects of our virtual gallery and handle various key duties of inventory
management, shipping and daily operations during a flexible work week.
If this sounds like you, then we would be delighted to have you apply.
Responsibilities:
Working within an intimate team environment, you will coordinate all aspects of online gallery
including:
- Receiving and documenting new inventory to maintain/archive inventory system
- Executing all steps of the online purchase order process
- Entering details into CRM database
- Handling all aspects of the shipping department and facilitating relevant communication between
all parties - Liaise with staff and clients to coordinate packing and shipping of artworks
- Manage shipping issues and/or complaints with clients
- Execute packing and transport of art, while focusing on value and cost
- Obtain estimated costs for shipping quotes and organize shipping transportation
- Prepare and complete various export documentation for cross-border and international shipments
- Organize shipping invoices and ensure payments have been reconciled
- Communicate with shipping suppliers regarding various issues including customer service
complaints - Maintain, inventory, and purchase shipping and stationery supplies
- Organize and maintain consignment agreements with suppliers and clients
- Manage and maintain storage/shipping areas
- Perform deliveries, pick-ups and errands
- Reporting of technical issues with website to management team
- Assist with other associated projects as requested
Requirements:
- 1-2 years E-Commerce experience with knowledge of best practices on processing, maintenance and reporting
- Experience with content, product and inventory management
- Strong copywriting, editing and uploading image skills
- Self-motivated, self-reliant multi-tasker capable of working independently
- Must have the ability to work calmly and quickly under pressure
- Ability to handle volume and complexity with speed and accuracy
- Comfortable and confident in making effective decisions in a timely manner
- Super organized individual with meticulous attention to detail
- Computer knowledge to organize and prepare shipping documentation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, etc.
- Ability to handle delicate artwork in a professional manner
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Willing to work within a flexible weekly schedule including some weekends
- CRM experience is considered an asset
- A university or college degree or post-secondary education is an asset
- Previous gallery experience is not necessary although preference may be given to those who have worked in a gallery/arts environment
How to Apply:
Please indicate on your submission where you discovered this job posting.
Please submit your cover letter, resume and references to our contact page.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those short-listed will be contacted.
No phone calls or gallery drop-ins please.
This position will remain open until it is filled.
Remuneration is competitive based on experience.