A leading art and design company is looking for an experienced Head of Shipping to manage all artwork logistics, including packing, transport, customs, insurance, and exhibition support, while leading a shipping team and ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective operations.
Responsibilities:
Oversee local and international shipment of artworks, including packing, crating, labeling, and tracking.
Coordinate with curators, conservators, lenders, and freight forwarders to meet deadlines.
Manage shipping staff and contractors for installs, deinstalls, and storage.
Maintain inventory and shipment tracking systems, and off-site storage procedures.
Negotiate rates and manage supplier and courier relationships.
Prepare and manage logistics budgets, approve expenditures, and report on KPIs.
Ensure compliance with customs, insurance, and international transport regulations.
Develop and implement shipping procedures, handling protocols, and condition-report standards.
Requirements:
Degree in arts administration, logistics, museum studies, business, or related field; BCom in Supply Chain/Operations/Logistics preferred.
5+ years experience in art handling, shipping/logistics, or collections management; 2+ years supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of fine art packing, condition reporting, and conservation-aware handling.
Familiarity with international customs, import/export laws, and insurance.
Vendor management, negotiation, organizational, and project-management skills.
Proficiency in shipping/inventory software, Microsoft Office, and Excel/PowerPoint.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
Attention to detail, confidentiality, and ability to work under pressure.
Benefits
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
