Let’s Chat – Furniture Procurement
Open to all members.
Students and recent graduates (0-3 years of experience) encouraged to attend to learn about the role of Procurement (and what it is) in the Industry.
- What Procurement Really Is
An introduction to the role Procurement plays in the industry and why it’s essential for every project.
- From Specifications to Solutions
How we collaborate with reps to develop accurate, meaningful specifications—covering wood species, protective finishes, solid surfaces, dimensions, COM, and more.
- Procurement’s Early Impact
How engaging Procurement early supports better product solutions, identifies value-engineering opportunities, and helps forecast freight, warehouse, and installation budgets.
- Bringing Designs to Life
The behind-the-scenes work with shop drawings, finish samples, and active communication with manufacturers.
- Delivering and Closing Out Projects
How Procurement helps maintain clear project communication and supports a smooth, well-documented project closeout.
Date: March 31, 2026
Time: 4:15pm-5:00pm
Location: Zoom
Cost: Free! For Members Only!
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