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Design Coordinator, Hospitality 

New York, NY  |  Full-Time  |  Entry-Level / Recent Graduate/ 0-3 years experience  |  In-Office 5 Days/Week 

About Schumacher

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the$150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers "celebrate the feeling of home." Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world.Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what's come before, and a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention to detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally. 

Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe our employees are our most important assets. F. Schumacher & Co. is deeply anchored in our company core values: 

• Preserve Our Entrepreneurial Spirit 

• Take Ownership & Accountability 

• Be Solutions-Oriented 

• Demonstrate Courage 

• Practice Adaptability 

• Embrace Collaboration 

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer's journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role sits within Schumacher Hospitality, the division focused on elevating hotel, resort, and contract hospitality spaces through Schumacher's fabrics, wallcoverings, and trims. 

Role Overview 

Schumacher Hospitality is looking for a Design Coordinator to support our Hospitality design and account teams in New York City. This junior role is suited to someone who has a pro-active approach, a willingness to learn and collaborate, and is highly organized. This is an entry-level, on-site role well suited to a recent graduate with a design or textile background who wants hands-on experience in the hospitality and contract interiors industry. 

You will support the day-to-day design workflow for hospitality projects - from cutting for approval (CFA) requests through sampling, memo processing, design and sales coordination - working closely with Schumacher Hospitality's Designers, Projects Managers, and Schumacher's mills and facilities. 

You Will 

Strike Off and Cutting for Approval (CFA) Support 

• Fulfill strike off and memo requests by cutting fabric, wallcovering, and trim swatches from current stock for designer and client approval ahead of full yardage orders 

• Log, track, and prioritize incoming CFA requests to ensure fast, accurate turnaround for hospitality clients 

• Verify colorway, pattern, and dye-lot accuracy before cuttings are labeled and shipped, relying on a sharp eye for color  

• Package and ship CFAs to clients and design firms, and follow up with sales team with tracking and key information  

• Take notes at design and product review meetings 

Sampling & Order Processing 

• Cut and label memo samples of hospitality fabrics and wallcoverings for team and client review 

• Process memo orders and sample yardage orders for design-related projects and development 

• Coordinate sample shipments between mills, showrooms, and offices 

Design & Digital Asset Management 

• Assist with scanning, organizing, and maintaining the digital library of design files, product samples, and memos 

• Archive past designs and maintain organized version histories of custom artwork 

• Liaise with Schumacher archival team for Hospitality custom design archiving process 

• Learn Schumacher's Hospitality product range - fabric types, wallcoverings, and printing techniques - by working alongside the design team on live client projects 

• Rescale and recolor design files 

• Create design files in simple repeats 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Partner daily with designers, account managers, and project managers to support design and development work 

• Assist the Design Director with collection development and project management 

• Support the studio with administrative duties, such as setting up vendor meetings, submitting invoices, and general organization 

• Communicate clearly with mills and print facilities on technical specifications and artwork and color samples 

• Support general design, operations, and logistical tasks as needed 

You Are / Have 

• A bachelor's degree (recent graduate welcome) in Interior Design, Textile Design, Fine Arts, or a related field 

• A good eye for color and pattern matching, with high attention to detail 

• An understanding of, or strong interest in learning, repeats and color separations 

• Proficient in using spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Smartsheet) 

• Proficient in design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator); experience with AVA is a plus 

• A good understanding of and experience with techniques and production methods across all textile categories: prints, wovens, wallcoverings, and trims 

• Strong conceptual and layout skills 

• Previous experience in design, project or data management, or quality control is a plus 

• Able to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize workload under pressure 

• Able to follow directions and happily execute revisions with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail 

• A no-task-is-too-small attitude and a willingness to pitch in as needed 

• Fast, efficient, and accurate - comfortable turning around a high volume of requests quickly without sacrificing quality 

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent requests in a fast-paced environment 

• A clear, professional communicator, comfortable working with internal teams and suppliers 

• Detail-oriented with a proactive, solutions-focused approach 

• A genuine passion for interior design, textiles, and the hospitality industry 

• Based in, or willing to relocate to, the New York City area; able to work on-site in our office 5 days per week 

Benefits Package 

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family. 

Wealth Benefits 

• Competitive Salary 

• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing 

• 401(k) Plan 

Health Benefits 

• Dental, Medical, Vision & Prescription Drug Coverage 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• TELADOC 

Other Benefits 

• 20 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• 10 Company Holidays 

• Bereavement Leave 

• Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability 

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); AFLAC Accident & Critical Illness Plans 

• Parental Medical Leave & Child Bonding Leave 

• Pet Insurance 

• Employee Discount 

Salary Range: $52,000 - $57,000 USD Schumacher & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.