Contract Buyer Job Description 

DWS Co is looking for a Buyer to join our growing team on a part-time contract basis. This position will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of project types including retail, hospitality, and multi-family residential design across the country.  

We are seeking candidates with a buyer or sourcing background who are exceptionally strong in data management, thrive in detail-driven work, and have excellent interpersonal and project coordination skills. This person will be responsible for placing and tracking orders across a diverse portfolio of interior design projects. Responsibilities include collecting quotes, compiling pricing comparisons, purchasing, managing delivery logistics, and collaborating closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders from order through delivery.  

One of the most critical skills for this role is the ability to work quickly and accurately across a high volume of purchases and data. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous setting, and is comfortable juggling multiple priorities at once. They should be highly organized, process-driven, and comfortable working within evolving systems and processes.

DWS Co Mission 

To make the world a better place – one design at a time. We create spaces where people want to be – spaces where life happens, connections are made, and experiences are memorable. We want our clients to walk away feeling like their experience with us was time, money, and Design Well Spent. 

About DWS Co 

DWS Co has been in business since 2020, with strong and steady growth in retail, hospitality, and multi-family residential design. Clients include some of the world’s largest retailers and brands across the country, with exciting projects lined up for the coming year. We offer competitive salary and benefits, hybrid work flexibility, and a fun, collaborative team culture. We support our team’s growth and development and want to make sure you get as much out of this experience as we get from having your talent on our team.  

Responsibilities 

• Purchasing activities such as establishing trade accounts, collecting quotes, issuing purchase orders to suppliers, working closely with suppliers to ensure on-time production of custom goods, and tracking items to delivery  

• Accurate and timely data management and across multiple projects 

• Support and work closely with internal teams to understand project needs and execute against requirements  

• Collaborate with Third Party Logistics supplier to track inventory, support project installs, and manage through exceptions 

• Coordinate with our Sourcing Director tracking purchases against project budgets and requirements 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in procurement, sourcing, business, economics, or related field 

• 2–4 years of experience in purchasing, logistics, supply chain management, project coordination, or a similar role 

• Proven ability to work quickly, manage large volumes of information, and maintain high accuracy under pressure 

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills 

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and deadlines 

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive team player  

• Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth, or entrepreneurial environments a plus 

• Software Proficiencies:  

• Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables. 

• Experience with Fohlio preferred, not required 

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