Job Description

Description

Red Clover is a New Jersey based outsourced strategic Human Resources firm managing the recruitment process on behalf of a client.

Tarisio is the leading international venue for fine instruments and bows. Launched in 1999, Tarisio revolutionized the market by combining first-class expertise, the efficiency of online bidding, and a firm commitment to ethics and professionalism. Our goal is to make buying and selling instruments increasingly accessible for musicians, patrons, dealers and collectors. We have offices in New York, London and Berlin, and conduct seven auctions per year as well as year round private sales of high value items, selling more than 3,000 fine instruments and bows annually to a truly global market.
Based in our Berlin office, the Production Manager & Cataloguer oversees all presale operational activities and ensures that each auction and Private Sale is delivered on time, to standard and with a high degree of accuracy. The role combines project management, operational coordination, cataloguing, and inventory oversight, with responsibility for managing non-financial compliance, including endangered species (CITES) compliance. You will collaborate daily with specialists, photographers, luthiers and operations, and colleagues across London and New York. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, the ability to manage tight deadlines, and a proactive, hands-on mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and deliver the full Berlin auction production timeline from intake to publication, coordinating all presale workflows Set and track deadlines for cataloguing, photography, condition reporting and lutherie work for all auctions and Private Sales Identify operational risks early and ensure all tasks and stakeholders remain aligned and on schedule Maintain accurate production schedules and records, ensuring full visibility across teams Improve and refine operational workflows, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to increase speed and accuracy Working with the bookkeeper, help coordinate shipping for auctions, private sales, trials and evaluations; liaise with couriers and logistics partners, negotiate contracts, and maintain updated shipping rate information. Manage endangered-species compliance tasks (CITES), including documentation preparation and physical certificate handling where required During periods of high volume, perform detailed cataloguing of instruments and bows and maintain accurate inventory records. Oversee vault and showroom organisation, ensuring safe storage and presentation of inventory Oversee day-to-day premises administration for the Berlin office, including supplies, maintenance, vendor coordination and ensuring a safe, well-organised working environment Execute best-in-class packing and handling standards for instrument safety and transport Act as a senior point of escalation for operational client questions Oversee completion of checklists, quality reviews and final sign-offs prior to catalogue publication
You are an organised, proactive and detail-oriented project manager who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. You enjoy coordinating multiple people and tasks, bringing clarity and structure to complex workflows, and keeping production moving smoothly. You communicate clearly, stay calm under pressure and are comfortable making decisions to resolve issues before they become problems. You take pride in accuracy, consistency and high-quality work, and you’re equally at ease managing timelines, supporting colleagues and stepping in hands-on when needed. You work well independently and collaboratively, and you bring a practical, solutions-focused mindset to every challenge.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

3+ years’ experience in production/project management, operations, retail production or a similar role Highly organised, structured and comfortable working to fast, non-negotiable deadlines Proactive, solutions-oriented and able to anticipate needs before they arise Confident coordinating multiple stakeholders across functions and time zones Calm under pressure, especially during deadline-driven auction cycles Clear and effective communicator with the ability to motivate teams and keep workflow moving Detail-oriented with a high standard for accuracy and completeness Fluent English required; German strongly preferred Experience with classical instruments or the auction sector is helpful but not essential



Core Competencies

Plans and Aligns

– Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organization goals

Manages Complexity

– Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information

Collaborates

– Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

Communicates Effectively

– Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences

Ensures Accountability

– Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments

Benefits

28 days annual leave per year 10 Holidays (2026 Holidays - New Years Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Labour Day, Ascension day, Whit Monday, 24th-31st Holiday Closure - 4 days + 2 days Annual Leave) Summer Fridays (Half day Friday during July and August) Commuting Cost Reimbursement - 80% of Deutschlandticket cost / month Annual merit-based bonus

About Red Clover HR

We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake.