High end residential interior design firm with offices in Ipswich, Massachusetts and San Francisco is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to join our team. The Specialist will coordinate furniture and decor purchasing to ensure a successful project timeline for projects around the US. The Specialist will also assist the design team as needed and manage our design library.
- Create purchase orders in Studio Designer and execute purchases. Record all acknowledgments, lead times, and delivery dates.
- Track all shipments ensuring progress toward agreed lead time; handle damage claims; actively communicate with receiver and designer to flag any discrepancies or open items and resolve them.
- Synchronize all deliveries, inspections and other project logistics to ensure a smooth installation.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to support efficient procurement and pricing.
- Reconcile purchase orders with invoices and payments to ensure data accuracy.
- Support the creation and management of furniture budgets.
- Support the design team as needed in obtaining pricing and product information, creating design boards, preparing schedules, and sourcing.
- Maintain organization of office and design library.
Hours:
25-40 hours/week (flexible for part or full time)
Monday through Thursday in person in Ipswich, MA
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 2 years experience working in interior design, with experience in purchasing and procurement.
- Strong knowledge of interior design principles and processes.
- Extremely detail-oriented and organized.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience with Studio Designer and InDesign software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Familiarity with construction timelines and project management workflows.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Candidate must be either a U.S. citizen or have a valid employment visa to work in the U.S. and be presently located in the Boston area.
If interested, submit resume at info@katiemartinezdesign.com.
For over a decade, Katie Martinez Design (KMD) has been creating residential and hospitality interiors across the country, working from concept to installation. With offices in California and Massachusetts, KMD honors the history and architecture of a space while layering in design elements that feel authentic and timeless. KMD interiors have been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, The New York Times, and other top publications.
