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Purchasing & Marketing Coordinator

Chicago, IL

Posted: 10/05/24 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Category: Coordinator Job Number: 13346

Job Description

Purchasing & Marketing Coordinator | High-end Interior Design Firm | Chicago, IL
 
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with a purchasing, procurement and marketing background to join a boutique interior design firm specializing in turn-key bespoke solutions for residential interior design and renovation. Our client is committed to delivering innovation, precise execution, extraordinary design, and superior customer service to each client.

We seek for our client a creative and detail-oriented Purchasing & Marketing Coordinator for their collaborative team. The ideal candidate would be a self-starter, driven and passionate about interior design and marketing. This dynamic professional thrives in a fast-paced, rigorous culture and is immediately comfortable with ambiguity. As the Purchasing & Marketing Coordinator, you should be highly adaptive and able to manage changing priorities and quickly solve problems.

Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Procurement
  • Assist designers with initial quotes from vendors and reps.
  • Utilize Studio Designer software to create proposals, invoices, order tracking, and project close-out.
  • Issue Proposal Packages to clients.
  • Locate and secure warehouses for both local and out of state projects.
  • Function as the primary contact for shipping and receiving warehouses.
  • Oversee receipt and inspection of furnishings and finishes from warehouse.
  • Understanding of project timeline to fulfill orders on schedule for slated installation.
  • Place FF&E Orders with vendors and subcontractors.
  • Track overall project budget for FF&E Orders.
  • Communicate with vendors to receive samples.
  • Coordinate deliveries.
  • Organize and maintain filing system.
  • Assist Senior Designer with bookkeeping and client billings.
  • Vendor/Trade applications and account set-up.
  • Manage Vendor Contact/Trade login information.
Social Media
  • Manage social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Houzz, Tiktok
  • Develop social media content
  • Photoshoots and photo selections (and documenting behind the scenes for social)
  • Maintaining website
Website & Brand Standards
  • File organization
  • Updating documents to company standards
Collateral – manage, develop, and execute.
  • Team accessories
  • Client collateral
  • Project completion gifts
Project leads
  • Maintaining project lead Mondays
Communication
  • Client intake and project qualification
  • Internal communication and event planning
  • Close out communication
  • Attend RNDD meetings and manage gallery walk
  • Award Submissions
  • Review/update all Design Decks

Qualifications

  • 4-yr college degree from accredited interior design or architecture program
  • 5-7 years’ experience at an interior design firm, architectural studio or industry showroom
  • Understanding of the current design trends in: Lighting (recessed, surface mount, LED), Plumbing fixtures, Hardware, Wood Flooring, and Stone/Tile
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite; SketchUp or 3D modeling software preferred
  • Studio Designer software preferred
  • Ability to manage company social media and website – experience with social media management software preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a collaborative team environment
  • Excellent attention to detail with emphasis placed on quality
  • A keen eye for detail
  • An analytical mind with problem-solving ability
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage diverse personalities.
  • Organized with a systematic approach to tasks, achieving accuracy and efficiency
  • Friendly and out-going in social contacts, works well in a professional environment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and shift focus rapidly from one priority to another based on client or office needs

Compensation and Benefits

  • Annual Salary + Full Benefits Package
  • Full Benefits Package - medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO (vacation, sick, personal, holidays), collaborative team, team gatherings, and much more
For immediate review and consideration, contact: Jordan Kravetzky - Jordan@InteriorTalent.com
 
For all active Interior Talent job listings, please visit Jobs.InteriorTalent.com
 
Why work with Interior Talent?
  • OUR CLIENTS hire us to FIND YOU
  • Exclusively focused on the Architecture and Design industries
  • We work with the DECISION MAKERS – Owners, Principals, Directors, and HR
  • CONFIDENTIALITY & PROFESSIONALISM: We assist with the entire process so that looking into a new opportunity is DISCRETE and CONFIDENTIAL – we highly value your current position and will never do anything that would bring your future into jeopardy
  • EXPERTISE: In the industry since 2003
  • We are your advocate and WE GET IT – we know making a career decision is difficult and we’re here for you throughout the whole process

Job Requirements

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Meet Your Recruiter

Jordan Kravetzky
Project Manager

Jordan brings a depth of relationship-building, leadership, and team development experience to the team. Her recruiting experience stems from her family, as she is the third generation in recruitment, following in the footsteps of her grandfather and father. Throughout her career, she has honed her ability to create lasting relationships with her candidates, allowing her to be a great resource to those interviewing and accepting new opportunities. As a leader, Jordan is a player-coach and loves working directly with the team guiding them to success. Outside of work, you will find her handing out with her Goldendoodle Arlo or traveling the world with her friends. You can reach her at Jordan@InteriorTalent.com.

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