As our Procurement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational backbone of our studio. You will be responsible for building and maintaining a comprehensive database of suppliers relevant to our luxury projects. This role requires a delicate balance: sourcing rare, high-end products that define our aesthetic while identifying high-quality, affordable alternatives to maximize project value.

You will act as the bridge between creative vision and commercial reality. By participating in the design phase, you will offer insights on cost-reduction strategies without compromising quality. Your expertise in negotiation and international sourcing will be key to securing the best terms, including identifying destocking opportunities and exclusive bargains.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Build and curate a comprehensive database of local and international suppliers from raw material to manufacturers and artisans relevant to high-end interior design (furniture, materials, lighting, fixtures).

• Identify and vet new providers who offer a balance of exceptional quality and competitive pricing.

• Source rare and unique pieces for bespoke projects while maintaining a portfolio of reliable “value-engineering” alternatives.

Negotiation & Value Creation

• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.

• Develop close relationships with key providers to gain early access to destocking events, showroom sales, and off-market bargains.

• Continuously benchmark market prices to ensure Canel Caron remains cost-efficient.

Project Collaboration & Strategy

• Collaborate closely with the design team during the conceptual phase to provide real-time input on material costs and availability.

• Propose creative, cost-effective alternatives to expensive specification items (value engineering) that maintain the design integrity.

• Manage the procurement timeline to ensure all items are ordered and delivered in alignment with project schedules.

Logistics & International Trade

• Oversee the end-to-end purchasing process, from raising purchase orders to tracking deliveries.

• Navigate international sourcing challenges, including customs, duties, and shipping logistics for global imports.

• Resolve any issues related to damaged goods, returns, or discrepancies in orders.

• Experience: Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or buying, preferably within the interior design, architecture, or luxury construction sectors.

• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms and cost savings.

• Product Knowledge: A keen eye for design quality and a deep understanding of materials, finishes, and furniture construction.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to balance budget constraints with high-end aesthetic requirements.

• Organization: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and complex supply chains simultaneously.

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with vendors and collaborate effectively with the different teams.

• Languages: Fluency in French and English is essential; additional languages (spanish, polnish, italian, portuguese,…) are a plus for international sourcing.

Step 1 : CV + Form

Step 2 : Short 15 qualification call

Step 3 : 1:30 interview (split in 45 min use case + 45 min discussion) with chief of staff & sourcing expert

Step 4 : Final interview with founder of the studio Canel Caron.