DesignAgency is an international studio specializing in interior design, architectural concepting, strategic branding, and visual communications. Since its beginnings in 1998, the firm has become a global leader in the development of transformative spaces and brands, with projects in more than 60 cities across 18 countries. With a lead studio in Toronto, and offices in Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Barcelona, DesignAgency works with leading hotels and resorts, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and developers, leveraging talent, expertise, and the power of collaboration to deliver extraordinary experiences that create lasting value.
DesignAgency is currently looking for an Interior Design Professional to manage the Toronto Studio Library and all vendors while reporting to the Senior Designer - FF&E Team Lead. You will collaborate and develop excellent working relationships with suppliers as well as colleagues in the studio. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with teams on specific projects while sourcing interesting new materials and products.
Roles and Responsibilities
To be considered, the FF&E Library Coordinator should demonstrate skills in Design, Leadership and Management, as below.
Design
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Demonstrate real curiosity about design trends, issues, materials and products
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Manage and maintain the materials library in the Toronto Studio
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Participate in the design dialogue and studio culture
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Assist in product and materials research
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Continually increase the quality of design documentation for clarity accuracy, comprehensiveness and consistency
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Assist in creation of sample and presentation boards as required
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Strive to reduce rework, errors, and omissions
Leadership
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Proactively share design knowledge with other team members
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Create sound relationships with colleagues and vendors
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Work with project teams to obtain material pricing for projects as required
Management
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Continually improve an organized and environmentally sustainable materials library
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Demonstrate excellent personal time management
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Manage all supplier events such as coffee breaks and lunch & learns
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Manage supplier updates for Toronto Studio Library
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Maintain DA Global Studio supplier database
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Research new and innovative suppliers
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Create DA Global Studio monthly newsletter with new products and updates
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Assist project teams with procurement for select projects
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Assist project teams with styling and setup of select projects
Qualifications
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Graduate of a post-secondary Interior Design program or equivalent
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3-5 years working experience in the Interior Design Industry
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Previous experience working in an interior design library is an asset
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Intermediate working knowledge of MS Office 365 applications and InDesign is required
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Experience working in Design Spec and Material Bank is beneficial
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Excellent organizational skills
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Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize tasks
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Great verbal and written communication skills
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Self-motivated and a dependable collaborator
The successful candidate will have availability to work full time in our Toronto Studio location.
These are the minimum requirements for this position, with all other experience being advantages for the successful candidate.
If you believe that this could be a perfect fit for you, please apply immediately, or if you know the perfect person for this position then feel free to forward this job posting. All applications will be kept in the strictest of confidence.
A portfolio or work samples must be included in your application.
