As a thriving auction company since 1960, Steffes Group has built a reputation for successfully selling a wide range of assets—from agricultural equipment, land, and livestock to construction equipment, estates, and business holdings. With continued growth and expanded services, we are seeking an Auction Coordinator to support the execution of seamless, high-quality auctions.
The Auction Coordinator works closely with the Sales, Operations, and Administrative teams to coordinate auction listings, prepare assets for sale, and provide outstanding service to buyers and sellers. This role is critical to ensuring auctions are accurately represented, professionally managed, and executed smoothly from start to finish. This individual will ideally live near Mt. Pleasant, IA with the understanding that consistent travel will be required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Auction Coordination & Asset Preparation
- Travel to auction sites to photograph and document upcoming auction items, working professionally and respectfully with sellers
- Capture high-quality photos and gather detailed, accurate information to ensure items are properly represented
- Collaborate with the Sales Team to ensure equipment and assets are staged, described, and prepared according to auction timelines
- Assist in organizing auction items in alignment with sale requirements and company standards
Listing & Documentation
- Work closely with the Administrative Team to post auction items online at the appropriate time
- Write clear, detailed, and accurate item descriptions using correct industry terminology
- Ensure all auction listings meet Steffes Group branding, quality, and data standards
Customer & Client Support
- Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for potential and current buyers and sellers
- Respond to questions related to auction items, bidding processes, timelines, pickup, and general auction procedures
- Provide support before, during, and after auctions to ensure a positive customer experience
- Escalate item or customer concerns as needed to ensure timely resolution
Team Collaboration
- Partner with Steffes Group teams, both locally and throughout other Steffes Group offices and auction territories, to support smooth auction execution
- Communicate proactively to ensure alignment across teams throughout the auction lifecycle
- Support auction-day activities and post-auction processes as required
EXPERIENCE
- Baseline knowledge of agricultural and/or construction equipment is required
- Background in agriculture and/or construction and previous business experience strongly preferred
- Prior leadership or training experience is strongly preferred.
- General understanding of auction processes and procedures is beneficial
- Proficiency with technology & Microsoft Office products required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Exceptional verbal, written, and customer service communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, including grammar, accuracy, and appropriate industry terminology
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment, often pivoting with little notice
- Strong organizational skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Willingness and ability to travel and work extended hours as needed
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
At Steffes Group, Inc. we credit our success to each individual employee and the dedication and value they bring to our team. We want to take care of each employee as well as they take care of the business that we have all worked so hard to build.
- Competitive compensation varies based on previous experience + bonus potential
- Company vehicle, tech equipment, and cell phone
- Full benefits package, including 100% company-paid single medical and dental insurance (family coverage available), PTO, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, health savings account with company match, flexible spending account, paid volunteer time, wellness program, employee assistance program, and more
- Full-time position with occasional evenings – including consistent travel
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Skills Required
- Baseline knowledge of agricultural and/or construction equipment
- Proficiency with technology and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to travel to auction sites and work extended hours as needed
- Ability to capture high-quality photos and gather detailed item information
- Strong verbal, written, and customer service communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, including accurate industry terminology and grammar
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Strong organizational skills and proactive problem-solving mindset
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Background in agriculture and/or construction and previous business experience
- Prior leadership or training experience
- General understanding of auction processes and procedures
- Ideally live near Mt. Pleasant, IA (ability to be local to territory)
What We Do
Steffes Group, Inc. is a nationally recognized leader in the auction industry, specializing in the marketing of farm equipment, construction equipment, transportation equipment, and real estate at public auction. Founded in 1960, the company is particularly focused on the agricultural sector while maintaining a strong foundation in real estate auctions.
