Product Application Specialist

Product Application Specialist

Global Furniture Group is a leading North American manufacturer of furniture solutions, offering a broad range of high-quality, value-driven products for the workplace, education, healthcare, and hospitality markets. With over 50 years in operation and more than 4,000 employees worldwide, Global has a strong presence across Canada, the US, Mexico, China, and the UK.

Global currently has an immediate career opportunity in our New York City region. The Product Application Specialist is a highly experienced, client-facing design professional who plays a critical role in supporting the sales organization through strategic space planning, product application, and tailored design solutions. This exempt-level position operates with a high degree of autonomy, contributing directly to business development efforts by transforming client needs into actionable design strategies using Global's comprehensive product portfolio.

The role requires advanced product knowledge, CET proficiency, and the ability to make informed recommendations that drive sales and strengthen customer relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as a key sales support partner by translating client needs into thoughtful product application strategies that align with brand standards, pricing structures, and project goals.
• Evaluate project briefs, conduct needs assessments, and deliver comprehensive solutions—including floorplans, specifications, renderings, and application packages.
• Create 2D/3D drawings and photo-realistic renderings using tools such as CET Designer, AutoCAD, CAP 20/20, and Visual Impressions.
• Apply deep knowledge of Global's entire product line to recommend solutions that address functionality, aesthetics, budget, and timeline.
• Accompany sales representatives and A&D partners on client presentations, showroom visits, mock-up reviews, and site walkthroughs as needed.
• Present application concepts and product recommendations with confidence and clarity to internal and external stakeholders, including end users, designers, and executive decision-makers.
• Serve as a competitive product expert, using market research and internal tools to position Global products effectively in response to competitive challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, engineering, and competitive intelligence, to refine product offerings and application strategies.
• Independently make decisions regarding space planning, product selection, and overall design recommendations based on client feedback and business goals.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in all deliverables to support timely responses to RFPs, quotes, and project schedules.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field (BFA or equivalent required).
• 5–7+ years of experience in contract furniture design, space planning, or product application—preferably within a manufacturer, dealership, or sales support environment.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, CET Designer, CAP 20/20, and rendering tools such as Visual Impressions or SketchUp.
• Strong working knowledge of workplace trends, furniture applications, compliance codes, and specification development.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with a client-focused mindset and the ability to build rapport with internal sales reps and external clients alike.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple, high-volume projects with competing deadlines.
• Experience supporting a fast-paced sales team and a strong understanding of how design solutions impact purchasing decisions and business development efforts.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a remote position with travel required (estimated 20-30%) to client sites, showrooms, mock-up installations, and industry events as required. Must have access to a professional home office setup with reliable internet and necessary software/hardware tools.

May require extended hours to meet project or client deadlines.

While performing the duties of this Job, team member is regularly required to sit for extended periods and perform computer-based work. Use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Team member is frequently required to talk or hear. Occasional walking is required; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus for reviewing technical drawings and color/material selections.

Occasional travel may also require standing, walking, or lifting samples/materials (up to 20lbs).