Salary
💰 $100,000 - $110,000 per year
About the role
- Supports product design across MillerKnoll by managing external designer engagements.
- Ensures operational excellence through workflows, contracts, and royalties.
- Bridges creative and operational functions for successful execution of design projects.
- Maintains relationships with significant design partners and serves as a liaison.
- Leads contract negotiation and financial oversight for design contracts.
- Prepares reports and correspondence with accuracy and professionalism.
- Partners with legal team to develop intellectual property strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in design, design management, business, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in design operations, product design, project management, or contract administration in a design-focused environment.
- Strong design sensibility and appreciation for design excellence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and communication.
- Proficiency in project management tools and office software.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Experience with budget tracking, financial reporting, and contract negotiation.
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
- Adept at collaborating with legal, finance, and external design partners.
- Adapt to changing schedules and priorities across a global organization.
- Medical
- Prescription Drug
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Dependent Day Care Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Disability and Other Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off (including Vacation and Parental Leave)
- Holidays
- 401(k)
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Other special perks reserved for our associates
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
design operationsproduct designproject managementcontract administrationbudget trackingfinancial reportingcontract negotiation
Soft skills
written communicationverbal communicationorganizational skillstime managementattention to detailcollaborationadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in designBachelor’s degree in design managementBachelor’s degree in business