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FF&E & Procurement Manager

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$50K/yr - $100K/yr

7+ years exp

Kelly Behun Studio is a company specializing in interior design, and they are seeking an FF&E & Procurement Manager to oversee all aspects of FF&E sourcing, pricing, purchasing, and logistics. The role involves ensuring design intent, budgets, and timelines are met through efficient coordination and vendor management.

Digital MediaFurnitureHome DecorInterior Design

Responsibilities

Manage project budgets, preliminary pricing, and production schedules in collaboration with the studio director

Source for furnishings, lighting and materials; obtain all details, samples, net costs, lead times and other information needed to properly sell the items

Oversee key materials and finishes, including rugs, millwork components, and fabrics and maintain project carts and archives

Vendor correspondence & coordination

Prepare client proposals, vendor purchase orders, and track production progress

Coordinate logistics for shipping, installation, and storage

Compile detailed Installation Guides (elevations, dimensioned plans, etc.) and Spec Books for project close-out

Manage and mentor (3) intermediate designers alongside the other senior staff, ensuring alignment with studio goals

Oversee client and vendor communications and Kelly Behun Studio-brand product order– via direct outreach, 1st Dibs and gallery collaborations

Maintain studio resources, including the vendor pricing database (furniture, lighting, rugs, etc.), Pinterest boards, and our in-house material library

Coordinate vendor presentations and trade accounts

Help manage intern assignments – including design assistance, fabric sourcing, vendor outreach, material library organization, etc