The Procurement Associate will be responsible for working with the design team, acting as a point of contact with new and current vendors and coordinating delivery of items for interior design projects. The Associate must pay meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities/ Knowledge
Assist design teams with all aspects of client proposals and purchase orders.
Monitor sales orders, vendor acknowledgments, lead times, and timely shipping to destinations in conjunction with mandatory deadlines.
Collaborate with the designers to establish the timeline, budget, and deadlines for each project.
Correspond with clients regarding project product inquiries.
Weekly tracking/ follow-up on all orders placed and input data into software.
Coordinate with vendors regarding order issues such as replacements, damages, repairs, etc.
Identify errors or discrepancies in orders and follow up on solutions with vendors.
Assist project leadership by providing management and oversight of FF&E during budding, procurement, and delivery.
Manage accounts payable.
Liaison between receiving warehouses and vendors.
Provide back-up coverage for other admin team members.
Experience
3+ years of experience in residential interior design and procurement or related field.
Skills
Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to take initiative and drive for results, often working independently.
Capacity for multiple projects/ activities with a commitment to deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Knowledge Microsoft Office, Studio, and Monday.com.
Detail oriented with excellent time management, planning and organizational skills.
Able to work effectively in a team environment and willing to assist others.
Customer service.
Communication and effective follow-up skills.
Scheduling and time management skills
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
Knowledge of accounting principles.
Physical Demand
Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a computer workstation.
Ability to perform repetitive motions using a computer keyboard.