What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Design Procurement Specialist position at LIV Design Collective LLC?
Interior Design Procurement Specialist
Liv Design Collective is an award-winning interior design firm in the luxury residential and commercial design industry. We design with a focus on client happiness and know that our relationships are our greatest strength. We have clients in several locations across the US and are continuing to grow. We are seeking the right team members to help us continue to succeed and support our growth. Our team is skilled and smart. As national industry leader in design, we focus on total solutions for clients, architects, and builders. If you are an experienced designer who is ready for the next step, this could be for you!
Responsibilities
Assist designers with product selection process by pulling samples, gathering quotes, checking pricing, creating mood boards, updating budgets, etc.
Create items and proposals in software
Work closely with designers throughout purchasing process to meet client needs and deadlines
Collaborate with Design & Marketing Teams on projects and assignments as requested
Manage purchasing process by placing orders with our vendors, updating orders statuses, tracking associated costs, and preparing weekly product updates for clients and designers
Manage vendor accounts and relationships
Manage claims process from submitting claims with vendors to achieving a satisfactory resolution and tracking financial impact
Manage warehouse operations and logistics; need full understanding of product handling, inspection, and storage
Ability to lift heavy furniture on occasion, use basic tools, and assemble furniture
Schedule and execute deliveries and installs with great attention to detail and professionalism
Ability to delegate tasks to warehouse staff
Manage and record warehouse expenses and client install fees
Gather & manage data on product profitability based on company pricing and sales markup
Regular reporting to management
Experience
2-3 years of design industry experience required
Relationship management
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Highly organized and detail oriented
Great communicator