Product Solution Specifier

BRC Business Enterprises LTD.; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Product Solutions Specifier to craft innovative furniture solutions. This role involves preparing detailed proposals, collaborating with clients and engineering teams, and ensuring the highest standards of customer service. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their expertise in furniture design and project management. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers opportunities for growth, all while contributing to impactful projects that shape client spaces. If you're ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Flexible, hybrid schedule

Social and recreational activities

Diverse and inclusive workspace

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in furniture solutions and design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Solidworks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare furniture layout drawings and proposal packages.
• Create quotes by identifying customer requirements and sourcing pricing.
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring high accuracy and productivity.

Skills

Microsoft Windows

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM Software

Project Matrix

AutoCAD

CET

Solidworks

Furniture knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Job description

Position Summary

The Product Solutions Specifier will build creative solutions, prepare quotes for our Dealers and liaise with Client Services and Design Engineers during the process. The ideal candidate must be very detail-oriented, have excellent customer service and organizational skills as well as the ability to prioritize work and problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Prepare furniture layout drawings, renderings, 3D drawings and complete proposal packages.
• Create quotes for our Dealers by identifying the customer’s requirements including scope, budget and competitive information; create a solution, and source all pricing.
• Audit specifications against drawings, producing order-ready documentation. Consult with Dealer for any changes or revisions.
• Effectively communicate the product specifications, the design and value.
• Prepare accurate orders to include product specification, quantities, discounts, pricing, and other service instructions and/or direction.
• Manage complex tenders, which includes the comprehensive review of documents, furniture specifications, application and product strategy.
• Manage multiple projects; establishing acceptable timelines, effectively prioritizing them while maintaining a high level of accuracy and productivity, and ensuring the work is completed on time.
• Consult with the Engineering Team in the layout, design and space planning of furniture specifications for client offices.
• Provide professional customer interface by regularly attending client planning meetings to determine furniture needs and develop solutions to meet these needs.
• Offer technical design and creative consultation to customers by answering routine and highly specialized questions regarding furniture solutions.
• Verify finished approval drawings against specifications and order details; obtain customer sign-off.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge of BRC’s furniture lines, including features/benefits, pricing, application and specification options.
• If required, work with Project Manager on project development and execution.
• Keep management informed by submitting project updates.
• Other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business.
• Administrative tasks as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2 - 3 years’ experience required in following areas:
• PC Skills: Microsoft Windows including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM Software.
• Project Matrix, Project Spec and AutoCAD, CET or Solidworks.
• Must be able to modify existing drawings and create new drawings in a timely fashion.
• Furniture knowledge and experience is a requirement; experience at an office furniture dealer and/or furniture manufacturer would be an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required in previous roles.

Added Value:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma.
• Experience reading and interpreting architectural plans, specifications, and elevations.
• Two to three years of related work experience: commercial office furniture, architecture and interior design, commercial real estate, construction.
• Professional selling skills; business acumen.
• Excellent customer service skills and proven negotiating skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and willingness to take the initiative and a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Good collaborative and interpersonal skills (teamwork).
• Flexibility to pivot on a dime, switching from one project to another without confusing the details.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• A preference for working in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work for BRC?

• Inspiring team committed to a diverse, inclusive, and safe workspace.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Various social and recreational activities
• Flexible, hybrid schedule offering work from home and in-office options

BRC is one incredible Team, delivering on the ultimate in Product Solutions team If you want to join us on our journey, please submit your resume and cover letter by May 1, 2025.

Due to a high volume of applications, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

BRC endeavors to fill positions with the best available candidates who have the appropriate combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. BRC is committed to equity and values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of a visible minority.