Showroom Application Manager

As Showroom Application Manager within the Corporate Design & Marketing department, you will report to the Director, Workplace Intelligence. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Developing guidelines for the integration of newly launched products into showrooms.
• Coordinating new layout, tools and assets for use by regional showroom managers.
• The management of the Design Days showroom design development project phase and assistance during the implementation phase.
• Ensuring brand consistency across all showrooms using furniture planning and finishes applications and design guidelines.
• Coordinate with the Design and Corporate Marketing teams to determine and prioritize new products to be integrated into showrooms
• Serve as a liaison between Corporate Design and Marketing and the various regional showroom teams in the reallocation and/or decommissioning of showroom assets.
• Support the roll out of Teknion Brand initiatives into showrooms.
• Be responsible for the Design Days showroom design and specification, managing all aspects from layout design and product selection to cross-functional coordination with internal and external teams
• Act as a key member of the Workplace Intelligence team in the identification and communication of optimal planning with new and existing products for use in visual assets and digital marketing initiatives
• Specify and execute product orders when necessary

What qualifications and education are preferred for this role? 

• College or university degree in Interior Design, Environmental Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the contract furniture industry.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in furniture specification software (CET, Project Matrix or Cap2020), AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Keyshot or other visualization software, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
• Well-developed analytical and strategic thinking skills and be detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
• Must have excellent time management and organizational skills

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization, starting with the hiring process.  It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment and support a diverse workforce. Teknion welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

By applying for a position with Teknion, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Teknion’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, credit check and criminal check. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position