Procurement Assistance for Designers
A stock and numbers sidekick, so you can focus on what you do best, designing beautiful spaces.
With a head for numbers, years of experience in ordering and chasing stock, and a genuine passion for interiors (I even run my own art print business), I’m the perfect partner for interior designers.
I’ll take care of the admin, trade accounts, and supplier follow-ups, so you can stay focused on the creative side of your projects and giving your clients the best possible experience.
Is This You?
✔ You’re working long hours (including weekends) just to stay on top of admin, invoices, and chasing suppliers.
✔ You dread doing invoices and aren’t confident the numbers are right.
✔ You’ve lost track of where the stock you’ve ordered actually is.
✔ You’re struggling to manage emails, payments, and what’s been covered (and what hasn’t).
✔ VAT deadlines make you panic as you’re always rushing to get your accounts ready in time.
Tasks I can help with to lighten your load as a designer
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Order Placing
Managing orders, checking prices and making sure they get sent to the right place.
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Delivery Tracking
Keeping tabs on what’s shipped, what’s delayed, and what’s arrived and where.
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Collating Project Costs
Gathering estimates, updating invoices and checking for better prices.
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Client Invoices
Creating and managing invoices so you’re paid on time.
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Project Support
Admin and logistics help throughout the entire design process.
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Hands on Help with Installs
Extra support on installation days like and unpacking boxes and helping things run smoothly.
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Trade Accounts Applications
Setting up and filling out forms on your behalf.
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Accounts Maintenance
Categorising transactions, updating VAT and documents to help you meet deadlines.
Your business, but easier
Imagine your studio with a procurement assistant on your team.
- You can focus on designing and site visits knowing orders and invoices are being taken care of
- You have peace of mind that your invoices and figures are correct.
- There's no VAT-deadline panic as your accounts are categorised and documents uploaded on time.
- You know exactly what's going to be arriving on time for projects
- No more filling out time consuming trade account forms
- Weekends back, workload lighter, inbox calmer.
How much does procurement support cost?
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18hr Month Retainer
Equates to around 4 hours per week
Best for 1–2 projects at a time
💸 £720 Per Month -
30hr Month Retainer
Equates to around 7 hours per week
Best for 3-4 projects at a time
💸 £1200 Per Month
Clients I Love to Work With
Support for all kinds of designers and businesses
If your work involves sourcing products, managing suppliers, or keeping projects running smoothly, I can help. I support:
- Interior Designers
- Home stagers
- Hospitality consultants
- Event planners & stylists
- Office / workspace fit-out companies
- Property developers
- Garden & landscape designers
Frequently asked questions
Everything else you need to know
What design or project management systems have you worked with?
I’ve used Esti and have a little experience with Programa. I’ve also worked with a variety of ordering systems and pick them up quickly, so I’m confident I can adapt to whatever system you’re already using.
When it comes to accounting software, I’m very familiar with QuickBooks.
How does it work once I book?
First things first, you can drop me an email or book a free 30-minute call. This is an informal chat where I get to know your business, understand your challenges, and figure out the best way to support you.
After our chat, I’ll send you a proposal, agreement, and invoice for review and approval. We’ll also agree on a start date.
We’ll begin with a few sessions so you can walk me through your projects and priorities in detail. Ideally, you can set me up with an email address or logins for your systems, and a company card if you’d like me to purchase stock directly.
(If you’d prefer not to create a new email account, I can also log in to yours.)
Depending on the hours in your retainer, I’ll spread them across the week and keep you updated on progress and priorities. We can keep in touch via WhatsApp, email, or weekly video calls.
Your retainer will be billed monthly, in advance, on the 1st of the month.
How quickly can you get started?
It depends on availability, but in most cases I can begin within 1–2 weeks of our initial call.
Do you work remotely or in person?
Most of my work is done remotely, but I can attend installs or site visits if needed. Travel time and expenses are agreed in advance.
Can we have weekly catch ups?
Absolutely! Weekly catch-ups are included in your retainer, and we can meet as often as you’d like. Just give me at least 24 hours’ notice so I can book you in.
Can you attend installs?
Yes! If I’m available, I’d love to attend. Any additional time for installs (plus travel expenses) would be billed additionally to your retainer.
Are your prices inclusive of VAT
No, I’m not VAT registered, so my prices do not include VAT.