Senior FF&E Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the in-house FF&E expert representing ownership interests across all hotel development and renovation projects.
• Establish and maintain portfolio-wide FF&E standards, guidelines, and approved vendor lists to ensure consistency in quality, durability, and brand positioning.
• Develop standard specifications and palettes (e.g., fabrics, finishes, casegoods, seating typologies) where appropriate, while allowing flexibility for brand differentiation.
• Drive cross-property alignment in materials, performance standards, and procurement strategies to achieve economies of scale and operational efficiencies.
• Partner with external interior designers, architects, and brand representatives to review and approve FF&E selection.
• Review, refine, and approve FF&E packages across all properties, including guest rooms, public areas, and specialty venues.
• Lead evaluation and selection of high-end fabrics, textiles, leathers, and finishes, ensuring performance in high-traffic hospitality environments.
• Validate compliance with fire codes, sustainability requirements, and brand guidelines.
• Promote continuity of materials and specifications across the portfolio while respecting each asset’s identity.
• Oversee FF&E procurement processes in coordination with procurement agents or internal teams.
• Consolidate purchasing strategies across projects to leverage volume pricing, preferred vendor relationships, and global sourcing efficiencies.
• Evaluate and maintain a curated network of approved suppliers and mills aligned with luxury quality standards.
• Review and negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with development, construction, and operations teams to ensure seamless FF&E delivery and installation.
• Participate in mock-ups, sample reviews, and site inspections across multiple properties.
• Ensure consistent implementation of FF&E standards during installation.
• Develop and oversee FF&E budgets across multiple assets.
• Identify portfolio-level cost optimization opportunities while preserving design integrity.
• Track expenditures and provide consolidated reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Define and implement portfolio-wide FF&E lifecycle strategies, including replacement cycles, maintenance standards, and refurbishment planning.
• Conduct periodic property assessments to evaluate FF&E condition and consistency with established standards.
• Ensure all installed products meet the highest standards of luxury, craftsmanship, and longevity.

Additional Emphasis

• Act as the steward of brand consistency and material excellence across the entire hotel portfolio, ensuring every property reflects a cohesive standard of luxury while maintaining its unique identity.