We are currently recruiting for an Operations and Procurement Lead to support our team of talented designers in this busy and growing practice.
Overbury Interiors is an established interior design studio situated in a tranquil countryside location on the Hampshire/Surrey border working on high end residential and boutique commercial projects throughout the UK and abroad. We produce thoughtful, timeless interiors for our clients who often return to work with us on multiple projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate, well organised and detail-oriented individual to join our close-knit team. You will be part of a small dynamic team supporting our Designers with all aspects of the sampling, estimating, ordering and production processes and will be involved in projects from concept to completion. You will play a key collaborative role between our Designers, Suppliers and Clients and you will be critical in helping the business continue to grow. This will be a full-time role based primarily in the studio but will include visits to site to meet with Clients and Suppliers and oversee installations.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Design Team in all phases of the interior design projects including site visits and taking detailed measurements
- Preparation of detailed estimates and budgets for supply of FF&E to Clients
- Placing orders with Suppliers, coordinating and monitoring deliveries
- Liaise, schedule and deliver work going to and from Outworkers including delivery of fabrics and collection of finished items in own vehicle
- Manage scheduling of fitting days and delivery of work to site as well as overseeing installations
- Review Supplier invoices ensuring correct amounts included on Client estimates and budgets
- Preparation of Client billings
- Communicate effectively with all Stakeholders (including Clients, Suppliers, Contractors and Design Team members) to ensure project success
- General administrative duties include managing new enquiries, answering the telephone, assisting with walk in customers and keeping the studio and storeroom tidy
Qualifications and Requirements
- Experience of managing production flows preferably in the design industry
- Experience of taking detailed measurements preferably in design or soft furnishings
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills and ability to set up and maintain schedules and specification sheets
- Use of Quickbooks estimating and Programma project management system preferred
- Ability to resolve issues in a calm and pragmatic way between Designers, Outworkers, Fitters and Clients
- Experience in building, nurturing and fostering relationships with Stakeholders
- Good knowledge of FF&E, fabrics, materials and suppliers
- Ability to work within a supportive team proactively managing workload and timelines
- Strong communication skills with an excellent command of written and spoken English
- Clean UK Driving Licence
Salary commensurate with experience. Full time studio-based role. Mileage reimbursed. 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays. Free off-street parking. Annual bonus scheme.
Please send a covering letter and CV highlighting relevant experience to patti@overburyinteriors.co.uk.