Materials Librarian

Workshop/APD•New York, NY

5d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for an organized, proactive Materials Librarian to own and evolve our firm’s materials library. This role is ideal for someone deeply familiar with the interior design industry and energized by sourcing, discovery, and keeping a library fresh, relevant, and inspiring. This role is key in supporting designers across all project phases by maintaining a well-curated materials collection and helping source specific materials as needed. This position partners closely with design teams and vendors to ensure the library functions as a strategic design resource.

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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a design studio, showroom, or materials library preferred

Responsibilities

Proactively source and introduce new, relevant materials to the firm on a regular basis
Maintain and update the materials library, including auditing and removing discontinued or outdated samples
Organize and re-file materials weekly to ensure the library remains 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