Interior Design Associate

Ref #

W181729

State/Region

New York

Department

Creative Services

Location

United States

City

New York

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $62000 - $90000 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Supports the selection, coordination, purchasing and installation of store decorative elements for Ralph Lauren Architecture and Design Studio

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports sourcing and selection of decorative items
• Visit showrooms to find appropriate samples for projects
• Visit vendors to monitor progress on furniture fabrication and/or antique refurbishment
• Track decorative items from point of purchase through delivery
• Support and assists with inspiration boards that illustrate design concepts
• Partner with architects and Interior Design Manager on store layouts
• Archive decorative materials and maintain project records/specs
• Support and assist with new store decorative installations and renovations
• Maintain project interior design budgets

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Education/Degree in interior design or related field
• Preferred 1-3 years' experience in interior design and/or store development, preferably in retail industry or high-end residential
• Highly organized and proactive individual, capable of multi-tasking within a fast-paced environment
• Able to read and understand architectural/construction drawings and sketch/diagram space plans and fixture layouts
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD and/or SketchUp proficiency a plus
• Ability to source and select decorative items
• Budget tracking and project management skills

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.