What Is an Auction Processor?
Auction processors are typically employed by auction houses to carry out many of the behind-the-scenes processes before and after an auction. Typically, the auction processor serves as a liaison between the buyer and seller.
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Duties
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An auction processor gets each item ready before the auction. He anticipates questions others might have and photographs and measures items prior to the auction. Auction processors also take an active role in online auctions, photographing each item and preparing a description for a listing on the auction site.
After the Auction
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The auction processor organizes and prepares the items for delivery or pickup. He marks each item according to the individual who purchased it and prepares invoices, if necessary.
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Myth
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Auction processor job listings float around the Internet, claiming to be easy cash for stay-at-home parents. Such job advertisements are typically fraudulent, as auction processors are generally required to work on-site.
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