Leader, Procurement & Purchasing

RH•Corte Madera, CA

50d

About The Position

RH is seeking a Leader, Procurement and Purchasing, who will be instrumental in the ownership of the end-to-end procurement for furniture (FF&E) across all Gallery developments, including retail and hospitality. In this role, you will play a key role in every phase - from design handoff through purchasing, manufacturing, quality, logistics, installation, and final project turnover.

Requirements

5+ years of relevant work experience; retail and hospitality experience preferred
Experience working with tight deadlines and strong attention to detail
Effectively build and maintain strong partnerships with cross-functional teams
Thrives in dynamic, feedback-driven environments - bringing a self-directed, inquisitive approach to solving complex challenges in cross-functional settings
Demonstrates exceptional organizational and project management skills, effectively prioritizing critical tasks, maintaining timelines, and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Partner closely with vendors throughout all stages of the project life cycle, including product development, cost improvement strategies, accurate quoting, and tracking of submittals for approval
Oversee and maintain comprehensive tracking of all project documentation, including shop drawings, finish samples, tear sheets, production lead times, and consolidation opportunities to optimize workflows
Develop a responsibility matrix in collaboration with the Architecture and Construction Lead to ensure alignment and accountability throughout each project lifecycle
Lead the on-order pipeline of fixtures and materials to meet critical project milestones
Track and lead shipping milestones and product deliveries, ensuring alignment with project installation timelines across all gallery locations
Conduct multi-vendor pricing analyses and competitive bid evaluations to support strategic sourcing decisions and value optimization
Oversee new vendor set up, purchase order execution and timely payout
Partner with the transportation team on scheduling shipping and arrival to the site
Lead the onsite installation of goods in partnership with the construction team, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with design vision
Own the vendor performance and issue resolution process for any deficiencies that may arise during and/or after the installation
Lead and maintain procurement boards per project on the status of FF&E items on Monday