Ancillary Specialist
Officeworks is looking for Ancillary Specialist in Falls Church, VA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3648140477 is live since 2026-04-23 14:13:50.
The Ancillary Specialist is responsible for all ancillary product specifications. The individual will qualify and select vendors to develop pricing strategies and product assortments for large-scale projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Works with the sales team to review ancillary scope and provide creative direction. This includes ancillary ideas, images, and product sheets.
- Effectively sets and meets multiple project deadlines simultaneously.
- Attends internal and external events to enhance education of ancillary products and new offerings.
- Meets with clients, architects and designers to review and present ancillary product options and materials.
- Brainstorming on solutions to meet client aesthetics, budgets, and lead time.
- Prepares and provides creative content for various proposals, including client facing materials that support product, fabric, and finish options with minimal guidance.
- COM Knowledge (aware of fabric application on ancillary items i.e., railroading, off the bolt, pattern overage requirements, pattern matching).
- Clearly articulate ideas in written and verbal formats.
- Basic knowledge of price points; comparing product pricing to assist in identifying alternatives as needed
- Understanding product lead times and their impact on project timelines.
- Gathering RFP pricing as needed.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree in Interior Design or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in related design or ancillary role.
- Proficient in CET, CAP 2020 Worksheet, Trueview, Mural
- Basic knowledge with MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel and google suites.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Must work well in team environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.