Fitch North America Materials Librarian

Apply to my old job!  Well kind of…the role is geographically expanded, the focus is only on materials, and a design-based undergrad degree is desired (but not required!)

http://www.fitch.com/career/north-america-materials-librarian/

North America Materials Librarian

Job Summary

• Managing and directing implementation and organization of the materials library
• Working with leadership of all disciplines to grow library resources and services to support business needs
• Maintaining, at all times, the highest standards of design and vendor management

Responsibilities

Library Development

• Developing library usage guidelines and procedures for collection development and maintenance, circulation, and research requests for the Columbus, Phoenix and Seattle studios and libraries
• Selecting, ordering, cataloging and classifying library materials
• Create and maintain library web presence by providing design and content for online users on FITCH network
• Coordinating with vendors for in-house presentations for each studio

Design and Architecture Support

• Assisting Designers and Architects in locating resources, answering inquiries and researching information related to architecture and interior finishes and materials
• Coordinating project materials for specific projects across FITCH’s North America studios and libraries
• Assist with design presentation color and material boards
• Organizing and archiving project data and materials
• Assist Designers and Architects in writing finish specifications

 

Key Success Factors

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to help create and maintain library standards
• Ability to contribute to the improving quality of our practice regarding specification and selection of materials and finishes
• Ability to perform consistently and reliably with a willingness to increase professional responsibilities, skills and understanding
• Ability to grow vendor relationships

Experience and Education

• Undergraduate Degree in industrial design, interior design, or architecture required and 5+ years of design experience is desired
• Experience in specifying high-performance finishes and materials for commercial projects including exterior and interior architecture finishes and materials; high-end design materials; local, national and international materials sourcing and procurement standards
• Experience in the ordering, sourcing, costs and lead times of contract materials
• Experience in the value-engineering process for contract materials
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and InDesign
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and organized

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