Interior Designer

For over twenty years, Office Revolution has provided unlimited furniture possibilities, extensive service, and exceptional client experience. Our strength lies in the ability to provide extensive value-added services, totaling a complete package to meet customer requirements for furniture and facilities management services. Position Summary Location: Chicago, IL | The RFP Strategist + Designer supports the development of workplace furniture solutions and contributes to the visual execution of competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) responses. This hybrid role combines furniture design, proposal development, value engineering, and visual storytelling to help create compelling client solutions that align with project goals, budgets, and Office Revolution's commitment to exceptional customer experience. The RFP Strategist + Designer works closely with sales, business development, marketing, manufacturers, and project teams throughout the pursuit process in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. Support the development, organization, and production of RFP and proposal responses. Collaborate with business development, sales, design, marketing, project management, and subject matter experts to develop proposal responses that align with client priorities and Office Revolution's strengths. Participate in proposal planning meetings, content coordination, and final proposal reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality. Respond to contract furniture RFPs with a primary focus on workstations, benching systems, and private office solutions, developing complete, competitive, and compliant furniture proposals. Apply value engineering strategies and product optimization techniques to maximize project value while maintaining aesthetics, performance, and specification compliance. Support continuous improvement efforts by incorporating proposal feedback, best practices, and lessons learned into future submissions. Qualifications, Characteristics + Requirements 3-5 years of experience in contract furniture design, dealership operations, proposal management, workplace design, commercial interiors, or related industry experience. Experience supporting the development of RFP responses or proposal documents within the commercial furniture, design, or A&D industry preferred. Working knowledge of contract furniture systems, specifications, and workplace planning. Understanding of furniture pricing, budgeting concepts, and value engineering principles. Client-focused mindset with strong problem-solving and organizational skills. Success Measures Accurate furniture specifications and pricing. High-quality proposal and presentation materials. Effective support of RFP and proposal development efforts. Improved proposal production efficiency. Consistent brand and document quality standards. Strong cross-functional collaboration. Positive client, team, and manufacturer feedback. How You'll Embody Our Core Values Advocacy : We look out for one another and champion the success of our clients, partners, and teammates. Integrity : You will support project execution with honesty and transparency, always prioritizing what’s right for clients and colleagues. Synergy : We know the best results come from collaboration. We show up for our team and rely on each other's strengths. Stewardship : You will take ownership of your work and contribute to the success of each project while making a positive impact on our clients and communities. Transformation : We are curious, forward thinking, and driven to find better ways to do what we do every single day. Office Revolution provides a comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D insurance, Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Employee discounts, Pet insurance, and Parking and Transit FSA. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Mav Group