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AVENUE ROAD is a North American based furniture retailer, manufacturer and distributor engaged in both residential and contract markets, offering classic-contemporary designs with timeless style and enduring quality.
AVENUE ROAD is currently seeking an experienced full-time Architectural Procurement Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, this is an opportunity for a dynamic professional to have daily input into all purchasing functions with worldwide vendors to support the needs of four North American showrooms. Duties will include, but not limited to:
- Support sales team in following the project through inception to final client billing
- Manage vendor communication and vendor relationships
- Place and track purchase orders in ERP system with architectural product lines
- As a member of the procurement team, manage various related product lines as required
- Accurately purchase client orders, custom orders, inventory, samples and replacement orders and efficiently track vendor order confirmations, deposit & balance payments
- Negotiate pricing, quantity discounts, and showroom consignment pieces
- Verify all order confirmations & invoices to ensure data accuracy with minimal errors
- Follow-up on production and lead times with all vendors and ensure accuracy with all release dates
- Contact vendors about any damages and product issues & secure the most favorable solution for AVENUE ROAD & the client
- Monitor North American stock levels and advise Executive Team on any shortfalls/opportunities
- Publish a list of all inbound stock & new items to allow Sales to promote new lines
- Communicate all dates and changes with internal departments – Sales, Client Support, Logistics, and Marketing
- Take ownership of timely pricing uploads and accuracy to ensure all sales orders are entered correctly
- Other duties, as required
Desired Skills & Experience
- Interior Design, Architecture, or Project Management degree or diploma
- Experience in interior design or construction industry an asset
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs with proficient skills in Excel
- Intermediate abilities with AutoCAD
- Excellent understanding and focus on quality, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task within specific time constraints while effectively meeting deadlines
- Be an excellent communicator both verbally and written, along with excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic and is self-motivated
- An outstanding collaborative team player
How to Apply
Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@weishauptdesign.com. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.