Textile Showroom Assistant

Why join us

Maharam is the leading creator of textiles for interiors. Recognized for its rigorous and holistic commitment Maharam embraces a range of disciplines from product graphic and digital design to art and architecture. Known for its aesthetic and industrial innovation Maharams work is guided by five main principles: utility technology tradition luxury and environmental impact.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. Its the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Maharam means being a part of something larger than your work team or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Maharam to support causes that align with our values so we can build a more sustainable equitable and beautiful future for everyone.

POSITION PROFILE

TheTextiles Showroom Assistant is responsible for the maintenance of our sample fulfillment center in Sydney NSW. The sample fulfillment center consists of Maharam Knoll and Edelman textiles. This role requires an enthusiastic proactive individual and an outstanding communicator with excellent organizational skills attention to detail and flexibility. This is mostly a support position with limited client interaction and the principal responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Binder updates: make sure binders are up-to-date so they can be referenced by sales and clients.
  • Pull discontinued tip cards
  • White-out colorways on cards
• Integration of newly introduced materials into showroom spaces and sample rooms.

• Add new tip cards to binders
• File all memo samples into the sample wall/drawers
• Create and add new folders into storage cabinets for new introductions
• Dispose of all boxes/packaging to keep showroom and sample room tidy

• Returns
  • File memos and binder tip cards returned to the showroom sample libraries by clients.
  • Ship materials back to the distribution center as required
  • Facilitate donations to local organizations/design schools for overflow and discontinued items
• Inventory/Replenishment
  • As required place orders for new sample inventory from the distribution center
  • Organize and file upon receipt

• Sample fulfillment
  • Pull samples for designers and ship/messenger as needed and when present in that showroom
  • Respond to sample email requests and inquiries from Maharam co-workers
  • Pulling memo samples to fill back ordered sample requests

• Showroom Maintenance
  • Assist with receipt and organization of office supplies
  • Assist with maintenance of Residential Display table in specific showrooms

Required Experience:

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written andverbally
• Ability to interact effectively with internal teams and clients
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Self-starter able to work in a team as well as independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel and general computer knowledge.

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Who We Hire

Simply put we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Maharam is comprised of people of all abilities gender identities and expressions ages ethnicities sexual orientations veterans from every branch of military service and more. Here you can bring your whole self to work. Were committed to equal opportunity employment including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at .