Key Responsibilities:
Communication Management:
Oversee internal and external communications to ensure alignment with the brand's image and communication policy.
Develop and implement strategies to continuously improve communication actions and enhance the overall communication strategy.
Collaborate with the Jouffre Lyon Communications team and other international locations to maintain alignment and synergy between offices.
Internal Communication:
Write and design the monthly internal newsletter, ensuring engaging content and effective layout.
Organize and execute internal events such as seminars and team-building activities.
Create and manage internal communication materials, including welcome booklets and training materials, using Adobe Suite.
Maintain and manage the photo library and database.
Participate in and support internal projects.
Manage the internal communication budget efficiently.
External Communication:
Write, co-manage, and update content for the company website, ensuring it reflects the brand’s voice and objectives.
Create and send out monthly newsletters to external stakeholders.
Handle community management across social media platforms including Instagram, LinkedIn, Vimeo, and Pinterest.
Develop and manage press relations, including writing press releases, press kits, and handling media inquiries.
Design and produce external communication materials such as brochures, business cards, and greeting cards using Adobe Suite.
Oversee art direction and creation of videos and digital materials.
Organize and co-manage external events, including trade shows and open houses.
Liaise with external service providers like photographers, caterers, and graphic designers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Community Management:
Manage and animate social media platforms with engaging content and sponsored/collaborative campaigns.
Conduct strategic monitoring and trend analysis to stay ahead in social media trends.
Business Development and Client Relations:
Develop and implement formats for client follow-up to ensure satisfaction and ongoing engagement.
Analyze client feedback and project debriefs to improve services and communication strategies.
Source and manage imagery from clients for use in various communication materials.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design, or a related field.
Relevant industry experience is a plus, though this is an entry-level position.
Proficiency in English, French or Spanish is a plus.
Strong skills in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools.
Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Location: Long Island City, NY
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 annually
Start Date: September 2024
Portfolio and Cover Letter Required

MISSIONS
Receive and analyze client’s specifications for custom furniture, drapery, window treatments, and wall upholstery
Distill and organize information in order to create custom pricing for each new request
Draft estimates based on client’s specifications and requirements
Obtain costing and prices from the production managers of each department
Schedule appointments and meetings as needed to discuss about the project/specifications
Integrate prices into estimates, and format estimate in accordance with brand guidelines for client review (using G-Suite and Google Sheets)
Enter costing information and data into company ERP/Software, maintaining detailed updates through project timeline
Clarify and fine-tune specifications by obtaining missing/new information throughout the project life cycle
Confirm lead time within internal workshops, and follow-up with fabrication progress
Control of the production quality and design according client’s expectations
Manage client’s expectations and potentially sensitive situations

Qualifications needed:
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills required
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while managing multiple tasks
Possess exceptional attention to detail and strong follow-up skills
This position requires 5+ years of relevant work experience
Language: English mandatory, Spanish or French is a plus
IT tools: Be very comfortable with Apple computers and Google Suite
Type of Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: $65,000 to $70,000 per year (depending on experience)

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Comprehensive knowledge of high-end woodworking
Understanding architectural plans, elevations & renderings
Constructing and assembling high-quality hardwood furniture frames
Working on complex show wood elements
Working with solid wood, plywood, and veneer
Ability to fabricate both straight and curved-shaped furniture
Excellent knowledge of traditional joinery
Using hand tools and power tools
Operating modern wood machinery
Knowledge in wood types and their appropriate applications
Quality control
Collaborating with in-house furniture designers and the wood shop manager to build the frames according to our clients’ needs
Taking templates and other occasional site visits
CNC knowledge (preferred)
Fluency in English (mandatory, as this is the common language in our workshop)
Spanish (preferred)

PROFILE

We expect the right candidate to be team-oriented and autonomous in order to adapt easily to the constantly changing environment of a fast-growing company. We are looking for someone who is willing to share their knowledge with others and also learn from others. High motivation and humility are the key qualities for this position!

JOB DETAILS:

We are offering a full-time position
5+ years of high end woodworking experience
Salary will correspond with experience

If interested, please send pictures and references of previous works to fiyana@jouffre.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Project management

- Define and monitor objectives, deadlines and resources for each project
- Coordinate teams
- Anticipate unforeseen events
- Set up performance indicators
- Manage raw materials and equipment inventories

Team management

- Supervise, motivate and support teams on a day-to-day basis, ensuring efficient task allocation and positive work dynamics.
- Identify staffing needs, participate in the recruitment process, and ensure the integration of new employees.
- Set up training programs for craftsmen, ensuring that everyone's skills are enhanced.
- Regularly assess individual performance by setting clear objectives
- Identify and resolve potential conflicts within teams
- Ensure transparent and regular communication between management and teams
- Ensure safety, working conditions and cleanliness in the workshop

Communication

- Ability to express oneself individually and collectively
- Ability to address all types of customers/partners, both orally and in writing
- Maintain a climate of trust in communications
- Ensure the proper transmission of information between employees
- Give meaning/context before any evolution or change

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PREREQUISITES

Be an upholsterer by trade with a minimum of 5 years' experience.
Particular interest in upholstery.
Experience in the high-end sector.
Good command of IT tools.
Experience in project management, production and team management is an asset.
Compagnon du devoir is a plus.


INFORMATIONS
Job location: Rabat
Starting date: October 2024
Manager: FELLOUH Bilal (COO)
Salary: 12,000 dh net per month

JOUFFRE LTD
Established in 1987 in Lyon, a city renowned for its rich textile heritage, Jouffre stands at the pinnacle of luxury upholstery and window treatments. While our roots are deeply anchored in France, our expertise stretches globally with dedicated craftsmen and teams stationed in Long Island City, New York, Lyon, Rabat and soon in London. Serving the visions of the world's most distinguished interior designers, we've been entrusted with projects spanning private residences, renowned hotels, and other prestigious spaces.
At Jouffre, our daily mission is to breathe life into time-honored craftsmanship, translating the audacious visions of international designers into tangible luxury. Beyond our craft, we are staunch believers in nurturing the growth of our team members. We foster an environment that celebrates initiative, autonomy, responsibility, and unwavering dedication. Join us, and be a part of a legacy where tradition meets innovation.
This year 2024 will once again mark the history of Jouffre as we seek to develop a new workshop in London, Jouffre Limited. This project represents much more than a simple expansion, it’s for us a real challenge and an opportunity to build something remarkable again.

POSITION INFORMATIONS

Location: London
Starting Date: June or July 2024
Type of Contract: Full-Time
Salary: £15-£18 per hour
Link to Apply: https://www.jouffre.com/en/recruitment

MAIN MISSION
Carry out, from the beginning to the end, all the stages of fabricating window treatment (drapes, sheers, shades) according to precise and defined conditions

MISSIONS
Creating templates
Cutting fabrics
Cutting and shaping foam for seats and backs
Making the traditional and modern seat stuffing (webbing, springs, horsehair, foam)
Making and covering pillow and cushions
Sewing both by hand and by machine
Upholstering any types of furniture

Qualifications needed:
Mastery of traditional and modern inside upholstery is required
Mastery of cutting, sewing, templating and upholstering is expected
Mastery of leather and wall upholstery is a real plus
Experience: 5 to 10 years (in making new furniture as well as in reupholstery)
Language: English mandatory, French is a plus

Furniture Design

- Collaborate with interior designers to bring their bespoke designs from ideas all the way to finished pieces
- Engage in aesthetic and technical development of furniture designs, including 3D modeling in Rhino, rendering in Keyshot, and 3D printing
- Conduct CAD drafting and produce technical shop drawings for clients and manufacturing partners
- Create mock-ups and 3D prints to communicate design intent
- Provide creative direction and consulting for designer collaborations
- Provide technical expertise and recommendations regarding ergonomics, comfort, and fabrication plans
- Organize and manage 3D Model and shop drawing databases
- Take templates of site specific conditions as well as complex design details
- Contribute actively and thrive in a collaborative environment

Product Management

- Ensure all projects meet standards and quality expectations while maintaining integrity of design details and dimensions
- Work closely with upholstery craftsmen and oversee the accurate execution of design concepts
- Assist with order management that involve subcontracted components consisting of wood, metal, and other specialty materials (when needed)
- Help in the search of new vendors and partners; coordinate with existing ones
- Maintain quality control of upholstery frames, finishes, and completed furniture pieces
- Participate in weekly project and production planning meetings

Continuous Improvement

- Pursue continuous improvements in all aspects of the design studio missions and processes
- Develop craft and material offerings
- Develop standard finish library
- Develop our digital prototyping and fabrication capabilities through research, ideation, and innovation
- Support and develop the design process for internal/external creative projects

Additional tasks may arise based on the company's needs.

We are looking for someone who is a fusion of a meticulous furniture designer and a diligent product manager. They should be adept at transforming designer concepts into tangible masterpieces, leveraging tools like Rhino and Keyshot. We are looking for someone who is familiar with our type of company and who has already worked in our field: high end upholstery and window treatment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in either Furniture Design or Industrial Design and should be a detail-oriented designer familiar with a dynamic and team-oriented environment.

Beyond design, the candidate will assure project quality, manage vendor relationships, and guide the creation process alongside our craftsmen. This role dives deep into upscale Morocco and international interior design, demanding innovation and continuous improvement.

Collaboration is central, the candidate will work closely with the Workshop Manager and the Projects Managers of Morocco but also with the Design Studio of Lyon and New York who are already well established.

Prerequisites:

Educational and Professional Qualifications:

- Degree in Furniture Design or Industrial Design
- 1-3 years of industry-specific experience
- Furniture Design Portfolio required (website or PDF)

Software and Technical Proficiencies:

- Expertise in Rhino 7 (knowledge of Grasshopper is a plus)
- Strong proficiency in Adobe CC: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Proficiency in Keyshot and Google Office Suite: Sheets, Docs, Etc
- Familiarity with 3D Printing Slicer Programs

Skills and Attitudes:

- Comprehensive understanding of metal / wood technology, finishes, and fabrication methods
- Strong knowledge of furniture design history as well as contemporary and Moroccan / Moresque design trends
- Ability to juggle multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor with clients, vendors, and team members
- Strong drive to innovate and excel in a dynamic industry and environment
- Exceptional organizational skills, with a focus on file and time management
- Strong ability to take initiative and natural leadership
- Ability to adapt to an evolving company in Morocco
- French is mandatory and English and Arabic are a real plus

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Start Date: ASAP
Department: Design Studio
Salary: 10000 to 12000 Dirham per month (based on experience)

Furniture Design Portfolio required (website or PDF)

What is exciting is that everything has to be developed! From the search of the ideal location to the recruitment of an exceptional team and its management, including the acquisition of equipment and the development of production processes. Every day will be a new step in building a truly special new workshop.

To give you a little more detail, you will be responsible for the workshops as well as all production within the company. By maintaining a very high level of requirements in terms of results and involvement, you will be in charge with the Country Manager of the serenity, well-being, pleasure at work of the team that we are going to recruit as well as of their personal development.

As part of our values ​​(rigor, transference, perseverance, creativity) you will have to encourage them to make decisions and initiatives. This will ensure their commitment and lead to customer satisfaction. Your ambition? Achieve Jouffre’s human and economic performance objectives!

You will have a lot of different responsibilities and missions in the following fields:

- Development of the workshop (with the Country Manager)
- Purchases of Machines and Equipment
- Project Coordination
- Management of Supplies and Inventories
- Recruitment and Management

Click on "Apply" to find out more!

To succeed in this amazing project, we will need people who share our passion for craftsmanship, our determination to push boundaries, and our commitment to excellence. We are looking for creative individuals, innovators who don't shy away from the unknown, leaders who know how to transform obstacles into opportunities, starting with you!

We are looking for a candidate who is an Upholsterer with a minimum of 10 years of experience and who ideally has experience in production management, projects and team management or at least a great desire to improve skills in these areas!

Of course, planning and monitoring production in a manufacturing workshop no longer holds any secrets for you! Perfectly autonomous and agile, you like challenges and you know how to inspire a team and support a company in its human and economic performance and international development. You are a truly positive, dynamic, proactive and optimistic leader even if you have character because you know how to question yourself.

Your communication, your organization and your ability to manage tense situations are your main strengths. You are constantly proactive and you like to take initiatives. Acting results-oriented and proactively, we are counting on you to take charge of all production and operations at Jouffre Limited and develop this company!

Together we have the opportunity to create a place where ideas come to life, where quality is unquestionable and where every piece is a work of art. Let's make it happen!

Prerequisites:

- Be a professional upholsterer with 10 years of experience
- Experience required in the high-end sector
- Be bilingual in English, French is a plus
- Have worked in London or at least a good knowledge of the London market
- Have good command of IT tools
- Have had an experience in project management, production and team management (Management) is a real plus

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Starting date: April / May 2024 (with prior training in our workshops in Lyon)
Manager: Caroline Deschamps (Country Manager)
Salary: £48,800.00 gross per year with benefits:

1.5 days holiday per month plus bank holidays (according to the British Law)
1 day holiday will be earned each year up to a maximum of 25 days holiday per year
International health insurance to be provided by the company (April International)
Monthly travelcards to be paid by the company
2 first monthly rent to be paid by the company
4 round trips to Paris to be paid by the company

The profile sought must master all the techniques of modern and traditional dressmaking:

- Development of decorating techniques;
- Cutting of fabrics / leathers;
- Hand and machine sewing;
- The application of trimmings;
- Finishing;
- The mastery of fabrics;

PROFILE

We are looking for an autonomous and proactive upholsterer, focused on quality and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work as part of a team and will have a real capacity to listen, to transmit and to share his/her know-how. Mastery of all modern and traditional garment making techniques is required.

If you wish to join a creative workshop, participate in exceptional projects and contribute to the excellence of a company labeled "Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant", do not hesitate to apply!

Location of the position: Lyon, Villeurbanne
Starting date: ASAP
Number of positions to be filled: 1
Experience: 10 years minimum
Type of contract: Full Time Contract
Salary: Between 2400€ and 3400€ brut / month (based on experience)

In our Lyon workshops, you will join a team of qualified craftsmen. Your mission will consist of :

- Carrying out the upholstery (horsehair / foam)
- Making templates
- Cutting fabrics / leathers
- Carry out the hand / machine sewing
- Make the pocketed / stretched cover
- Putting on the finishing elements
- Carry out possible travels on site for installation (France / International)

We are looking for an experienced, autonomous and proactive senior upholsterer with solid technical skills in upholstery.

You are a dynamic and curious person with good interpersonal skills! Indeed, teamwork is a very strong and important concept within Jouffre.

Furthermore, you have a real capacity to transmit and share your know-how and have a sense of responsibility. Your rigor and your attention to detail are among your main qualities!

Prerequisites:
- Mastery of all traditional, semi-traditional and contemporary (modern) tapestry techniques is required
- Mastery of cutting, sewing, upholstery and covering is expected
- Have a good command and knowledge of fabrics
- The practice of English is a plus

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Starting date: ASAP
Type of contract: CDI
Experience: 10 years minimum
Salary: Between 2400€ and 3400€ brut per month (Based on experience)