Global Furniture Group is seeking an Interior Design and Facilities Coordinator who excels at multi-tasking, is organized, creative, and comfortable in a demanding environment. The Interior Design and Facilities Coordinator will contribute to the success of the showroom design team by assisting with all aspects of design development, sourcing, specifications, technical drawings, and maintaining organized project files and a sample library. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring that our building and showroom facilities are in optimal condition for both our staff and clients. This role will require close collaboration with our internal hospitality team to maintain our showroom spaces to the highest standards.
Requirements:
- Degree in interior design, design school, or equivalent experience.
- 1-2 years of design experience, preferably with some experience in commercial furniture specifications.
- Proficient in CET or an equivalent furniture specifying program.
- Proficient in AutoCAD with the ability to develop floorplans and elevations.
- Experience in Adobe Photoshop skills is a plus.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and/or Google Suite.
- Experience in obtaining pricing/quotes, procurement, and knowledge of other trade resources and vendors.
- Experience selecting and specifying lighting, hardware, flooring, materials, finishes, and accessories.
- Experience with quotes, proposals, budgets, purchase orders, and the purchasing process.
- Excellent attention to detail and highly organized.
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and a strong desire to learn and grow with the team.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver’s license and insurance with a reliable vehicle.
- Valid driver’s license or passport for travel as occasional out-of-town travel may be required.
- Positive, friendly, and professional attitude.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate delivery and installation for showroom projects.
- Prepare project documents, including floorplans, elevations, specifications and details.
- Follow up on project orders with our product team.
- Follow up with vendors on lead times and quotes.
- Research new products and materials.
- Conduct general research and sourcing for accessorizing and staging.
- Follow up on project status, deliverables, etc.
- Maintain organized project files.
- Read and produce constructions drawings.
- Continuously inspect showroom products for damage, cleanliness, and wear.
- Serve as the point of contact for team members when issues arise, such as lights out in the showroom, facility issues (e.g., temperature control), and communicate concerns with our property management company.
- Act as the liaison between all outside contractors and the company.
- Become a product expert by thoroughly understanding the products you will be working with.
This role requires a range of duties, including but not limited to this job description.
If you are a proactive, organized, and enthusiastic individual with a great sense of design, looking to grow with a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Global Furniture Group!
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Valuing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and supporting the principles of Canada's Employment Equity Act. Global Furniture Group values employment equity and is an equal opportunity employer. We will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Those requiring accommodation should advise Human Resources and Global will provide suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Global Furniture Group offers a competitive salary, benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're ready to join a team that is committed to delivering the best products and services to our customers, please apply now.