Senior Furniture & Production Manager

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

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

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

About You:

• At least 5 years' experience in furniture design and production, ideally gained within a luxury residential, hospitality, collectible design or high-end furniture environment.
• You will bring extensive 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.
• You will also need strong commercial awareness, negotiation and budget management skills, alongside excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management abilities. xwzovoh
• Proficiency in Rhino 3D, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office is required.

What's on Offer: A salary of £42,000 - £50,000