Speculative Application – FF&E Procurement Manager (Interior Design / Hospitality)
Turn curated specifications into on-time, on-budget deliveries—without compromising design intent.
Who We Are
Architecture Social is a recruitment partner and professional community for architects, interior designers—and the commercial specialists who make great concepts buildable. Our studio and hotel-operator clients lean on FF&E Procurement Managers to transform detailed schedules into watertight purchase orders, seamless logistics and flawless installations. They brief us well before advertising, so we keep an active shortlist of procurement pros ready to step in.
What our clients typically ask for
5–10 years’ FF&E procurement or purchasing experience on hospitality, luxury residential or workplace projects
A proven record negotiating with global suppliers, freight forwarders and installers to hit cost, lead-time and quality targets
Mastery of tender processes, purchase-order workflows and cost tracking—from pro-forma quote to final invoice reconciliation
Working knowledge of Incoterms, customs documentation, sustainability certifications and fire-rating standards
Proficiency in procurement or project-management platforms (e.g., Fohlio, Specsources, DesignSpec, Monday.com) and absolute Excel fluency
Clear communication and diplomacy—able to balance designers’ aesthetics with client budgets and contractor programmes
Why Register With Architecture Social
Early access to vacancies is standard—studios brief us before procurement roles reach the open market. We align your supplier network, sector focus and growth goals with the right environment, then back you with salary benchmarks, CV feedback and a discreet recruitment process that keeps you in control. Inside the Architecture Social platform you can also join peer forums, attend supply-chain webinars and tap into practical career tools.
How to Apply
See a live vacancy that fits? Apply through the listing and we’ll champion your candidacy. Nothing suitable today? Submit a speculative application here. Your profile joins our FF&E-Procurement-Manager talent pool, and we’ll contact you the moment the ideal opportunity appears.
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