FF&E Purchasing Manager

We're seeking candidates for an FF&E Purchasing Manager. 

FF&E PURCHASING MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will handle all facets of the interior design studio’s purchasing needs for new construction and renovation projects. The FF&E manager will be responsible for preparing initial cost estimates based on preliminary project scope prepared by our Interior Designers, make recommendations for alternate fixtures and furniture where needed to achieve project budgets, and manage the bid and award process for full procurement, delivery and installation of the final FF&E work scope. The position will also be responsible for managing and tracking orders and any additional logistics related to the FF&E orders. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage the entire purchasing process, including creating proposals, purchase orders, invoices, as well as tracking payments and shipments of all FF&E for projects  
• Manage logistics to process orders with vendors - verify/review details on vendor orders
• Coordinate shipments and deliveries; track / set up all deliveries, shipments, returns and installations 
• Constant and timely communication with storage warehouse re: items received, deliveries, installation, storage fees, etc.  
• Communicate with vendors, general contractors and sub-contractors throughout project 
• Work with bookkeeper to reconcile project accounts 
• Responsible for organization of project files as well as physical and digital archiving 
• Established contacts and maintain relationships with FF&E vendors and suppliers.  
• Schedule all material and product presentations, and library updates for the design team.  

 
 
REQUIREMENTS 

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills 
• Works well in a fast-paced, team structure 
• Multi-task orientation with strong problem resolution capabilities 
• Ability to budget FF&E work scopes and work with vendors to obtain cost estimates for project budgeting 
• Ability to read and analyze architectural drawings 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

 
SALARY
 
Commensurate with experience (salary + bonus tracks available)

In summary, Group 4 Design ROCKS and has the opportunity to do a lot of fun and challenging projects. We work hard (and play hard), and we're looking for a positive, energetic, organized person to join our team. So, if you are a juggler with a good phone voice and are excited to work with creative types then you sound like a perfect fit!  

Want to join one of the 2019 Best Places to Work in Jacksonville? 
Leigh Gunn, Interior Design Principal 
Phone:  904-353-5900 
Email: lgunn@g4designinc.com