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COMPANY OVERVIEW
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a constellation of design-driven brands and people, working together with our clients in person and digitally to create inspired modern interiors. We are part of MillerKnoll, the engine powering the world’s most dynamic design brands. Our internationally recognized portfolio includes furniture, textiles, leathers, lighting, accessories, and architectural and acoustical elements. Our brands — Knoll Office, KnollStudio, KnollTextiles, KnollExtra, Spinneybeck | FilzFelt, Edelman Leather, HOLLY HUNT, DatesWeiser, Muuto, and Fully — reflect our commitment to modern design that meets the diverse requirements of high-performance workplaces, work from home settings and luxury residential interiors. A recipient of the National Design Award for Corporate and Institutional Achievement from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, we can help organizations achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Living Building Challenge and WELL Building workplace certifications. To learn more about our initiatives to support more inclusive and diverse communities, visit Knoll.com/Community
POSITION PROFILE
To procure parts and material required to support new Textile introduction and replenishment samples
MANAGEMENT BY OBJECTIVES (MBO’s)
Coordinate with the Purchasing Manager to develop plan supporting all goals of the department and organization including, but not limited to:
Economical Cost
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Quality Goods and Service
Customer Satisfaction
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Issue Purchase Orders and delivery schedules to vendors and Fulfillment centers
Strategize planning of parts and material to support new product launches
Follow up with supplier to ensure their delivery performance meets the new fabric introduction schedule
Work with suppliers, design, and marketing on print proof approvals for new product launches
Coordinate with vendor schedules for textile introduction and replenishment so that samples are complete and on-time for distribution to the field
Coordinate new introduction samples to the field and sample centers
Review and coordinate weekly and daily Fulfillment center activities
Compare sample yardage against color master
Understand textile test methods/results and fabric performance to assure that proper information is printed on the sample tickets
Review and Evaluate reorder reports from Fulfillment Center
Order sample yardage for vendors and Fulfillment Center
Liaison between Fulfillment Center and the field
Manage special projects as directed by Marketing or Management
Compile and summarize monthly reports for management
Set up new shopping cart users with Fulfillment Center
Required Skills
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Strong verbal & written communication
Analytical skills and focused attention to detail
Motivated to solve problems
Independent thinker
Good organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Oracle EBS experience a plus
Required Experience
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma required, BS/BA preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
3-5 Years in materials, purchasing or customer service
Knoll is an Equal Employment opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the application or interview process, please contact Talent Acquisition at ****
Job Location
Quakertown, Pennsylvania, United States

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