Senior Furniture & Production Manager

Our client is a highly regarded and innovative design studio creating unique furniture pieces, collectible design, bespoke collections and prestigious high-end residential and hospitality interiors worldwide. 

With constant recognition in many influential magazines the studio has established a distinctive design language centred around craftsmanship, materiality and sculptural form. They are now looking for a Senior Furniture & Production Manager to take the lead on furniture projects from initial concept through to manufacture, delivery and installation.

Working closely with the design team, you will oversee the technical and production journey of bespoke furniture projects, ensuring the original design intent is maintained while delivering to the highest standards of quality, budget and programme.

As Furniture & Production Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Managing production schedules, quotations, purchase orders, budgets and project costs.
• Coordinating suppliers, manufacturers, artisans and contractors.
• Developing and technically resolving designs, producing CAD models, detailed drawings, specifications, renders and manufacturing documentation.
• Monitoring production through workshop, supplier, warehouse and site visits.
• Preparing installation and care documentation and supporting projects through to successful completion.

About You As Furniture & Production Manager:

• 5 years' experience in furniture design and production, ideally gained within a luxury residential, hospitality, collectible design or high-end furniture environment.
• Strong knowledge of furniture construction, manufacturing processes, materials and specialist finishes, together with excellent technical drawing, detailing and 3D modelling skills.
• A strong understanding of bronze, brass, steel, wood, stone, resin, upholstery and decorative finishes will be preferred.
• Commercial aware with good negotiation and budget management skills, alongside excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Rhino 3D, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer:
A salary of £42,000 - £50,000, together with the opportunity to join a truly distinctive design studio working on some of the most exciting and prestigious furniture and interiors projects internationally.