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About the Role
We are seeking an organized and proactive Materials Librarian to manage and enhance our firm's materials library. This role is crucial for supporting designers by maintaining a well-curated collection and sourcing specific materials, acting as a strategic design resource through close collaboration with design teams and vendors.
Responsibilities
- Proactively source and introduce new, relevant materials to the firm.
- Maintain and update the materials library, including auditing and removing discontinued or outdated samples.
- Organize and re-file materials weekly to ensure the library is clear, intuitive, and easy to use.
- Assist designers with sourcing specific materials for active projects.
- Assemble client-facing sample packages and coordinate vendor sample packages for projects in progress.
- Coordinate and schedule vendor presentations and material reviews for the design team.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendor representatives and showrooms.
- Track new samples and manage incoming and outgoing materials.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of interior design and architectural materials and vendor networks.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-starter who can work independently and take ownership of the materials library.
- Comfortable communicating with designers, vendors, and showroom representatives.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Adobe InDesign.
- Prior experience in a design studio, showroom, or materials library preferred.
Skills
- Materials sourcing
- Library maintenance
- Sample management
- Vendor relations
- Client communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe InDesign
Location
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Preferred prior experience in a design studio, showroom, or materials library
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid schedule
- Generous time-off policies
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Stocked office pantry
- Regular company events
- Structured mentorship
- Performance coaching
- Cross-team design reviews
- Continued-education opportunities
About the Company
- At Workshop/APD, we believe great design begins with great people.
- Our studio is a collaborative, supportive community where architects and designers can do their best work.
- Our culture is rooted in growth: from structured mentorship and performance coaching to cross-team design reviews and continued-education opportunities, we invest deeply in every team member’s development.
- We’re committed to fostering creativity, community, and a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and excited to grow their careers.