London, UK
Procurement manager
at March and White Design
March and White Design is seeking a procurement manager to join its team in London.
March and White Design is a global design firm of forward thinking experts creating interiors for how we live, move, work and play today. Founded in 2010 by Architects Elliot March and James White, MAWD has offices in London, New York and Los Angeles. MAWD specialise in designing high-end residential developments and commercial interiors with a focus on buyer and guest experience. Our interiors inspire emotions and enhance the quality of life across generations.
Role outline
Our London studio is seeking a talented freelance/part-time procurement manager to join a dynamic team in a fast-growing studio. This role will play an integral part in the FF&E and procurement functions. The successful candidate must be passionate and have a strong procurement/FF&E management background, preferably within high-end or luxury design.
Education and experience:
- you must have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics, or similar relevant fields
- CIPS membership preferred
- over eight years’ experience in procurement or purchasing with at least four years purchasing for high end design, hospitality or interior fit out projects
Required skills:
- track record of planning, negotiating, procurement, buying terms and contractual arrangements
- dealing with global suppliers and projects (including Middle East and US)
- ability to drive and lead the procurement process alongside the interior design team
- proven experience in creating efficient procurement processes
- outstanding negotiation skills
- problem solver with a strong analytical mind-set
- precise and methodical approach with an eye for detail and accuracy
- proven track record of experience, knowledge and understanding in Microsoft Office Suite and Studio Designer (or similar package)
- self-motivated but also a good team player who is able to work quickly and efficiently in an organised manner
- excellent communication skills
Responsibilities:
- develop a procurement strategy and work with the designers on the supplier selection
- prepare the initial FF&E budget to develop an FF&E programme and fund request timeline
- liaise with finance director on fund request timelines and monitor it on a weekly basis to ensure timely receipt of funds from clients
- schedule out a delivery plan for all projects. For international projects, establish a transport and export/import strategy and secure all relevant quotations and documentation
- manage projects efficiently, within schedule and within budget in close co-operation with designers as a senior member of the project team
- manage the FF&E tender process including tender analysis and terms with new suppliers
- manage the appointment of suppliers and negotiate best terms
- check quotations and invoices before raising PO’s
- manage all supplier communication and monitor the development against the agreed deadlines
- create a delivery and installation schedule for FF&E items and establish both internal and external resource requirements for the final stages of projects
- manage third party storage and freight/delivery services
- plan and carry out factory visits to monitor the progress of bespoke FF&E. Complete relevant factory checklists for sign off
- ensure completed bespoke FF&E items are signed off prior to being delivered
- on-site inspection and liaison with contractors
- prepare final reconciliation pack and provide information for final reconciliation of FF&E funds/client accounts
Please respond with CV via the ‘apply’ link below.
Remuneration is dependent on experience, salary pro-rata per year.
Freelance: three to four days in January, two to three days in February/March.
Application deadline: 21/12/2020
Expected start date: 04/01/2021