Auction Sales Coordinator

Job Description

Altec specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and servicing of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and specialty equipment, supporting customers in over 100 countries worldwide. Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is leading the industry and setting the standard of excellence. This role is the Auction Sales Coordinator working from our offices in Birmingham, AL. The position is responsible for sales and operational processes, advocating for the customer, and serving as a liaison between our direct sales force, customers, and auction operations teams.

Your handling of many day‑to‑day needs of our existing buyers and sellers will enable our outside sales team to spend more time finding new consignors. JJ Kane auctions all types of used equipment including bucket trucks, digger derricks, construction equipment, backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, tractor crawlers, dozers, fleet cars, and more.

• Serves customers by providing quotes/pricing, entering and tracking consignments, contracting for shipping, providing delivery assistance for buyers, and communicating credit terms
• Works with auction team to immediately respond to customer requests for information on auction day
• Serves as customer service representative for customer inquiries leading up to each auction
• Coordinates with Accounts Receivable to communicate invoice and credit terms; assists with and resolves collection issues
• Accurately costs and completes all steps required in quoting each product, making sure that all quotes follow the corporate standards for format and content
• Efficiently captures & communicates customer requirements
• Processes orders per the corporate procedures in a complete and accurate manner while meeting pre-established time parameters
• Develops and maintains knowledge of commonly sold products, customers, administrative and production processes
• Deals with operational issues such as pictures, specifications, descriptions and conditions
• Coordinates decommissioning, cleanup and approved maintenance for consignments from region
• Assists with data acquisition for items to be sold in the region
• Assists in approving items to be included in the auction and on the website
• Enters fees for items sold in the Timed Auction
• Reviews invoices for accuracy and assists in delivering them to customers
• Works with transportation coordinator to arrange pick up of consignments
• Utilizes PO system to enter all reimbursable costs into database
• Reviews payout information to ensure all costs are charged back to each consignment
• Demonstrates consistent progress towards proficiency in areas of training (defined by training objectives document)
• Attends classroom and online training sessions to enhance skills and build knowledge
• All other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Sales, Business preferred
• Available for overnight travel on rare occasions required
• Associate must be proficient in math and with computers, specifically Microsoft software
• Must be able to analyze problems & develop solutions
• Good communication skills are a must
• Candidate must be able to independently manage their time and tasks
• Demonstrated Customer and People Skills
• Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision

• Work-life balance
• Consistent work schedule/standard hours
• Flexibility
• Values-based culture
• Stability of a 90+ year old company
• Challenging, rewarding work environment
• Promotional opportunities

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Care Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan – Traditional 401(k) or Roth 401(k)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, and Vacation Purchase
• Company Wellness Programs (Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual, Financial)
• Personal and Professional Learning/Development Opportunities
• Plus more

Altec’s values‑based culture provides opportunities for associates to have a fulfilling professional career while maintaining a work‑life balance and consistent work schedule.

Customer First – Enjoyment of Work – Family – Financial Stability – Integrity – People are our Greatest Strength – Quality – Spiritual Development – Teamwork.

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.