TRIO Design is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented
Purchasing Agent
to support the successful execution of our design projects. This role is critical to ensuring that all furniture, materials, and supplies are ordered accurately, shipped on schedule, and received in excellent condition. The Purchasing Agent works behind the scenes to keep projects moving smoothly by coordinating closely with Designers, vendors, freight partners, and receiving teams.
In this role, you will manage the full purchasing process from request through delivery, converting design requests into purchase orders, placing vendor orders within required timelines, and actively expediting shipments to meet project deadlines. You’ll maintain strong vendor relationships, troubleshoot order discrepancies, coordinate substitutions when needed, and proactively communicate any delivery risks to internal teams. Attention to detail is key, as you’ll verify acknowledgements, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure accurate records across systems.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys balancing multiple projects at once. You’ll play a key role in cross-functional coordination by attending project meetings, supporting purchasing process improvements, and contributing to a team-focused culture where accuracy, accountability, and communication are essential to success.
High school diploma/GED required (Associate Degree or higher preferred)
3+ years’ experience in purchasing role or like experience
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate among a wide variety of audiences
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
Proven history of effective project management
Ability to move and lift at least 50-75 lbs. on project sites if needed
Must be comfortable working in groups and participating in cross-functional teams towards a common goal
Highly motivated team player
Why Join Us?
Work on high-impact, high-visibility projects.
Be part of a passionate and creative design team.
Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
To apply If you are a creative, hardworking, and motivated professional that possesses the qualifications and experience, please submit your resume and compensation requirements.
Company Description TRIO is one of the most highly-regarded, fastest growing interior design and visual merchandising firms in the country - we were named into the Top 100 Giants by Interior Design Magazine! Among clients and partners, TRIO is known for its excellence in design, work ethic, attention to detail, open communication, professionalism, innovation, and on-time delivery.
Over a 26-year journey, the sole proprietor basement business has blossomed into a thriving design firm with over 60 employees who manage an average of 200 projects at any given time, both locally and internationally. TRIO’s signature style of telling an artful story, its unique collaborative process of respectful, free-flowing communication, and it’s commitment to the latest technology has helped sell more than 25,000 residences and generated over $7 billion in revenue for our clients.
Within the next few years, TRIO is on track to expand into new local and international markets. No matter how big TRIO becomes, we will always be a distinctive, yet approachable voice in the world of interior architecture while staying true to our founding vision of providing intelligent and authentic design. TRIO collaborates on all aspects of master planned communities, model homes, clubhouses, sales centers, commercial and hospitality projects, multifamily apartments, and we just completed our own state-of-the-art Design Studio for everything related to interior architecture, design, and merchandising.
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Purchasing Agent
to support the successful execution of our design projects. This role is critical to ensuring that all furniture, materials, and supplies are ordered accurately, shipped on schedule, and received in excellent condition. The Purchasing Agent works behind the scenes to keep projects moving smoothly by coordinating closely with Designers, vendors, freight partners, and receiving teams.
In this role, you will manage the full purchasing process from request through delivery, converting design requests into purchase orders, placing vendor orders within required timelines, and actively expediting shipments to meet project deadlines. You’ll maintain strong vendor relationships, troubleshoot order discrepancies, coordinate substitutions when needed, and proactively communicate any delivery risks to internal teams. Attention to detail is key, as you’ll verify acknowledgements, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure accurate records across systems.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys balancing multiple projects at once. You’ll play a key role in cross-functional coordination by attending project meetings, supporting purchasing process improvements, and contributing to a team-focused culture where accuracy, accountability, and communication are essential to success.
High school diploma/GED required (Associate Degree or higher preferred)
3+ years’ experience in purchasing role or like experience
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate among a wide variety of audiences
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
Proven history of effective project management
Ability to move and lift at least 50-75 lbs. on project sites if needed
Must be comfortable working in groups and participating in cross-functional teams towards a common goal
Highly motivated team player
Why Join Us?
Work on high-impact, high-visibility projects.
Be part of a passionate and creative design team.
Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
To apply If you are a creative, hardworking, and motivated professional that possesses the qualifications and experience, please submit your resume and compensation requirements.
Company Description TRIO is one of the most highly-regarded, fastest growing interior design and visual merchandising firms in the country - we were named into the Top 100 Giants by Interior Design Magazine! Among clients and partners, TRIO is known for its excellence in design, work ethic, attention to detail, open communication, professionalism, innovation, and on-time delivery.
Over a 26-year journey, the sole proprietor basement business has blossomed into a thriving design firm with over 60 employees who manage an average of 200 projects at any given time, both locally and internationally. TRIO’s signature style of telling an artful story, its unique collaborative process of respectful, free-flowing communication, and it’s commitment to the latest technology has helped sell more than 25,000 residences and generated over $7 billion in revenue for our clients.
Within the next few years, TRIO is on track to expand into new local and international markets. No matter how big TRIO becomes, we will always be a distinctive, yet approachable voice in the world of interior architecture while staying true to our founding vision of providing intelligent and authentic design. TRIO collaborates on all aspects of master planned communities, model homes, clubhouses, sales centers, commercial and hospitality projects, multifamily apartments, and we just completed our own state-of-the-art Design Studio for everything related to interior architecture, design, and merchandising.
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