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Through many outbound phone calls and answering consignor questions, the Incoming Assistant assures a high level of customer service and organizational support for the entire department. This ...

Through many outbound phone calls and answering consignor questions, the Incoming Assistant assures a high level of customer service and organizational support for the entire department. This ...

Live Stream Sales Specialist

Phoenix, AZ ยท On-site

$58K - $75K/yr

Sales Skills and Consignor Interaction: * Engage with consignors to secure a diverse and appealing product lineup for live streams. * Manage communications and relationships with consignors, ensuring ...

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Jewelry Sales Full Time

San Rafael, CA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $22.75/hr

The Home Consignment Center in San Rafael, Northern California's leading consignor of fine jewelry has an immediate opening for a Sales Associate in the Fine Jewelry Division. Full and part time. We ...

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Senior Customer Service Representative

Tucson, AZ ยท On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Receive consignor enquiries and ensure that they provide proper documentation to sell their transportation items in our auctions. * Gain and apply knowledge in the processes of our business in order ...

Determine authentication approach, work with authentication team to execute and keep consignor informed throughout * Partner with Content team to promote items during an auction and communicate ...

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How much do consignor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for consignor in the United States is $70,329.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are consignors?

Consignors are individuals or businesses that send goods to another party, known as the consignee, for the purpose of selling those items. The consignor retains ownership of the goods until they are sold, at which point they receive payment, often minus a commission or fee. Consignment is commonly used in industries like retail, art, and shipping. This arrangement allows consignors to reach new markets without directly selling their own products, while minimizing upfront risk. The consignee, in turn, benefits by offering more products without the need to purchase inventory outright.

What are some common challenges Consignors face when managing inventory and client relationships?

Consignors often encounter challenges balancing efficient inventory tracking with maintaining strong client relationships. Keeping detailed records of items, sales status, and payments can be complex, especially when handling multiple accounts or high-value items. Additionally, clear and timely communication with clients is crucial to manage expectations, address concerns, and ensure transparency throughout the consignment process. Staying organized and leveraging inventory management tools can help Consignors overcome these challenges and build trust with their clients.

What is the difference between Consignor vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectConsignorWarehouse Associate
CredentialsMay require inventory management or sales experienceTypically requires basic warehouse safety and equipment training
Work EnvironmentInvolves managing inventory, customer interactions, and salesPrimarily physical work in storage and shipping areas
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in retail, consignment shops, and online marketplacesCommon in logistics, distribution centers, and warehouses
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for roles involving inventory and sales managementCompared for physical, operational warehouse roles

The main difference is that a Consignor manages inventory and customer transactions, often in retail or consignment settings, while a Warehouse Associate handles physical tasks like stocking and shipping in warehouse environments. Both roles involve inventory but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Consignor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Consignor, you need a solid understanding of item valuation, market trends, and inventory management, often backed by experience in retail or sales. Familiarity with consignment software, point-of-sale systems, and online listing platforms is typically required. Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and organizational skills help build trust with clients and ensure smooth transactions. These competencies are essential for maximizing sales, maintaining client relationships, and achieving successful consignments.
More about Consignor jobs
Infographic showing various Consignor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,329 per year, or $33.8 per hour.

Incoming Consignor Relations Assistant

UP Management, LLC

Rock Island, IL โ€ข On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Firearms Incoming Consigner Relations Assistant
Rock Island Auction Company (RIAC), the #1 firearms auction house in the world, is searching for professional and reliable Firearms Incoming Consignor Relations Assistant.
The Incoming Consignor Relations Assistant plays an important customer-facing role for the incoming department. Through many inbound and outbound phone calls and answering consignor questions, the Incoming Consignor Relations Assistant assures a high level of customer service and organizational support for the entire department. This position regularly deals with all aspects of auctions including pre-sale, sale, and post-sale questions and requests.
A strong working knowledge of firearms and a firm commitment to firearms safety are essential for success in this role.
Highly competitive starting wage! Do you have an interest in firearms/guns, weapons, or military and historic collectibles? If so, this may be the job for you!
This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week with overtime and weekend hours, as needed. RIAC standard hours of operations are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST. The hourly rate is set at $21/hour.
Why work for RIAC?
  • Paydays are every Thursday!
  • Climate-controlled facility!
  • See and handle some of the most rare and unusual firearms, military and historic collectibles!
  • Complimentary fountain soda, fruit, oatmeal and treats!
  • Monthly employee engagement events!
  • Opportunities for upward mobility!

What does a typical day look like?
  • Answers incoming calls or makes outbound calls related to consignor questions about the consignor's guns or auction inventory.
  • Keeps call logs up-to-date and follows up on outstanding questions with appropriate consignors.
  • Logs payment instructions (including ACH information).
  • Reviews and ensures accuracy of incoming consignor information, including tracking files and maintaining accuracy of "contract percentages" into system.
  • Serves as main point-of-contact with consignors for sharing results with consignors post-auction; after-auction calls regarding no-sales; pick-up/package notifications; and items that were (unexpectedly) not part of auction.
  • Matches incoming items with paperwork, tracks packages, requests factory paperwork, department mailing, updates packages log and other administrative duties as needed.
  • Completes appropriate forms and documentation, which may include FFL Forms, tax forms and shipping requests.
  • Performs pre-booking tasks, as needed, while meeting ATF required timeframe(s).
  • Serves as back up for unpacking, as needed.
  • Works expected overtime and required auction weekends (approximately 6 per year).
  • Completes other duties, as assigned.

Qualified candidates meet the following requirements:
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills demonstrating proper business etiquette.
  • Ability and willingness to learn and follow all company rules for firearm safety.
  • Ability and willingness to learn ATF and other regulatory compliance, and maintain such compliance.
  • Advanced proofreading and analysis skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality and working with sensitive information and data.
  • Excellent organizational, prioritization, and follow-up skills with ability to successfully manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to use and operate office equipment and machinery such as computer, copier, scanner, and fax machine.
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain active FOID card (Illinois residents only).
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent,
  • Two (2) years' administrative support experience required.
  • Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.

Physical Requirements
Routinely moving and transporting up to 25 pounds with occasional moving and transporting up to 50 pounds. Traversing and moving for prolonged periods up to 100% of the time with frequent ascending, descending, or positioning self to maintain moving and transporting consignor items. Must be able to constantly communicate and exchange accurate information. Must be able to detect, identify, inspect, observe, perceive and assess incoming consignment and consignor relations. Constantly operates and uses computer and other relevant equipment and office machinery. Constantly works with and around firearms, bladed weaponry, and valuable collectibles.
Rock Island Auction Company has been the #1 firearms auction house in the world every year since 2003. Today, RIAC employs a growing team of about 150 people and continues to set industry standards and expectations year over year. Between our 6 public auctions and 8+ online auctions each year, we sell tens of thousands of firearms, bladed weapons, military artifacts, and firearms accessories annually. We have a habit of excellence, regularly breaking and re-breaking our own records and redefining success in our industry, as more and more customers admire our results and trust our reputation.
The employer and its subsidiaries are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers. To learn more about EEO, please review "EEO is the Law" poster in English (including a screen-readable electronic version), Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese.