FF&E Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Weidner Property Management is looking for an FF&E Procurement Specialist to do project management & procurement for our Complete Development partner. This role will manage all procurement responsibilities for all projects while coordinating budgets and installations.  This position will be based out of our corporate offices in Kirkland, WA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with Principal Designer on the selection, development and procurement of FF&E products from conceptual design to Installation
• Procurement of furnishings, fixtures, fabrics, wallcoverings, and research on sourcing products for multiple projects
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the interior design process and design principles
• Assist other Interior designers and architects on staff
• Review and produce documentation, detailed instructions, drawings and specifications
• Interact with accounting department, to ensure billing and coding
• Prepare and manage FF&E budgets
• Manage and tracks all Purchase Orders, while working with the design team to ensure necessary steps have been completed all the way to installation
• Create and issues POs to vendors; while developing a strong relationship
• Manage logistics and freight communications, ensuring delivery of product and resolving outstanding issues
• Coordinate and collaborate as needed with Principal Designer and other Design Team members including architectural, selection and sourcing of materials
• Work directly with Principal designer on the selection of material finishes for units and common areas. Including: kitchen cabinets, countertops, flooring, paint colors, appliances, plumbing fixtures and lighting fixtures

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional Hospitality Interior Design experience.
• 5+ years of Project Management experience
• 5+ years of Procurement Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field of an accredited school
• Proficient in Revit or Auto CAD, Hand sketching and use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• . Strong project management skills to coordinate with contractors on desired renovations
• Ability to design good looking solutions that meet functional requirements and time sensitive deadlines, while demonstrating strong time management skills.
• . Expert knowledge of design trends in furniture, finishes, materials and lighting fixtures. On-trend, yet classic aesthetic sense
• Enjoy working collectively as part of a team on multiples projects. Strong team player and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Ability to travel 30% in and out of state
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record