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auctioneer

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Auctioneers conduct auctions by accepting bids and declaring goods sold.

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Competences
27
Groups
4
Essential
20
Optional
7

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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items specialty available for auction

Nature of the items to be auctioned such as overstock furniture, real estate, livestock, etc.

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product comprehension

The offered products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

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auction characteristics

Specifications of auctions and different auction types, e.g. open vs. closed auctions; bidding strategies such as chandelier bids, bid shading, etc.

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Essential skills and competences 17 competences

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close sales at auction

Officially declare the items sold to the highest bidder; obtain the buyer's personal details in order to close the contract after the auction.

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facilitate the bidding process

Set the starting bid for items to be auctioned, and continue to ask for more bids; stimulate buying desire of bidders.

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keep records of bid history

Keep records of all the bids made during or after an auction.

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perform auction chant

Perform bid calling and develop an individual style with filler words and variable speed of speech

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present items during auction

Describe auction items; provide relevant information and discuss item history and value in order to encourage bidding.

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Sector-specific

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arrange security of goods for auction

Arrange transportation, insurance, and safety and security regulations for goods to be sold at an auction.

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create auction catalogue

Compose auction catalogues with current items up for auction; include recent pictures and terms and conditions of the sale.

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initiate contact with buyers

Identify buyers of commodities and establish contact.

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initiate contact with sellers

Identify sellers of commodities and establish contact.

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prepare for auction

Identify and set up location for auction; prepare and display auctioned items; prepare the auction room by setting seats and microphones.

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select items for auction

Research and select products to be auctioned.

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set auction listing agreement

Set up a contract executed by the auctioneer and the seller; list the terms of the agreement and the rights and responsibilities of every party involved.

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tolerate stress

Maintain a temperate mental state and effective performance under pressure or adverse circumstances.

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advertise auction sales

Promote auction sales on radio and TV, in trade magazines, online and via catalogue distribution and other channels.

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apply numeracy skills

Practise reasoning and apply simple or complex numerical concepts and calculations.

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build business relationships

Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.

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comply with legal regulations

Ensure you are properly informed of the legal regulations that govern a specific activity and adhere to its rules, policies and laws.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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art history

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

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Optional skills and competences 6 competences

Occupation specific

1 competence
exude enthusiasm during the action sessions

Transmit enthusiasm through words and attitude toward the present people to the auction towards the goods to be auctioned.

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apply conflict management

Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. Be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and be able to deal with a problematic gambling situation in a professional manner with maturity and empathy.

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identify new business opportunities

Pursue potential customers or products in order to generate additional sales and ensure growth.

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manage staff

Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.

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speak different languages

Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.

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use different communication channels

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

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