Commercial Furniture Healthcare Design Specialist

Description

About COFCO, a Henricksen Company 

Founded in 1946, COFCO is a Philadelphia-made company, and proud of its roots. We  are one of the oldest continuously operating commercial office furniture dealership in the Philadelphia region. 2019 brought an exciting new chapter in COFCO's history with our expansion into the Maryland and Washington, DC market. COFCO continues to bring the same high level of customer service and commitment our clients have experienced for well over 70 years! COFCO’s team is a passionate group of experts. Our clients can rely on our depth of knowledge, our ability to find the right solution for each project, and our support and partnership with  our clients at each step in the process. From sales and design to delivery and setup, COFCO’s people are our greatest asset. When we say  we’re going to do something, we do it. 

Job Summary

This position will be located in our Philadelphia office. The Design Healthcare Specialist will serve as COFCO's subject matter expert in clinical design, laboratory applications, and healthcare-focused client solutions across the organization. Partner internally and externally alongside the Director of Healthcare Strategy to translate clinical, laboratory, and operational workflows into effective strategies that advance COFCO’s healthcare vertical offering. Emphasize design-led solutions, in support of strategic pursuits, the development of scalable tools and proven practices. Develop internal healthcare and laboratory capabilities across markets to drive growth, collaboration, and differentiated client outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Healthcare Design + Applications. Translate clinical and laboratory workflows, operational requirements, equipment needs, and patient, caregiver, and end-user needs into effective design, space, and product solutions. Partner with sales, design, manufacturers, and other project stakeholders to develop differentiated solutions that address the unique operational and performance requirements of healthcare and laboratory environments. Provide expertise across acute care, ambulatory, behavioral health, exam and treatment rooms, care team areas, waiting spaces, clinical and diagnostic laboratories, research facilities, and other specialized healthcare environments. Guide the selection and application of furniture, modular laboratory systems, casework, work surfaces, storage, seating, and related solutions based on cleanability, infection prevention, chemical resistance, durability, ergonomics, safety, accessibility, flexibility, and reconfigurability. Support programming, space planning, product applications and specifications, product evaluations, mock-ups, and strategic client presentations.
• Capability Development + Growth. Develop and maintain healthcare and laboratory typicals, planning guidelines, learning resources, product recommendations, tools, and proven practices that can be leveraged across markets. Educate and support Henricksen designers and sales teams on clinical and laboratory applications. Identify opportunities to replicate successful healthcare and laboratory solutions across the organization. Support strategic healthcare and laboratory pursuits, proposals, presentations, and client workshops. Collaborate with manufacturers and strategic partners to expand Henricksen’s healthcare and lab capabilities. Stay current on healthcare and laboratory trends, products, regulations, technologies, and emerging client needs. Contribute to healthcare thought leadership, case studies, industry events, and market-development initiatives.
• Daily Work Execution. Promote cross-market sharing of lessons learned, innovations, and successful project outcomes. Maintain healthcare vertical reporting, dashboards, and performance tracking tools. Monitor healthcare strategic initiatives and provide regular progress updates to vertical leadership. Coordinate vendor, partner, and alliance activities supporting healthcare vertical initiatives. Ensure healthcare-specific materials, messaging, and resources remain current and aligned with organizational standards. Support accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement efforts related to healthcare service delivery and operational effectiveness.
• Community + Culture. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal healthcare leaders, market teams, and business partners. Facilitate communication and collaboration among healthcare-focused leaders and professionals across markets. Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and client-centric culture throughout the healthcare community. Model and reinforce organization values, culture, and commitment to excellence. Maintain accountability for ongoing learning and improvements required to perform job. Collaborate and take initiative to support the success and growth of self, others, and the organization.

Requirements

Qualifications – Education + Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Healthcare Design, Laboratory Planning, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in contract furniture dealership and/or manufacturer
• 2-3 years of laboratory-specific experience
• Strong understanding of clinical and laboratory workflows and their impact on space planning and product applications (i.e., modular and reconfigurable laboratory furniture systems)
• Experience developing solutions for healthcare and/or laboratory environments
• Knowledge of healthcare and laboratory furniture, materials, finishes, and performance requirements
• Ability to translate complex client requirements into practical and effective design solutions
• Proficient and effective communicator (written and verbal) across various audiences and situations
• Proven ability to collaborate with clients, designers, architects, clinicians, facilities teams, manufacturers, and sales professionals
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, CAP Studio or Project Matrix, Configura CET, and proven graphic layout skills
• Proven track record in customer facing environment (internal and external)
• Exhibits a growth mindset and the willingness to foster continuous learning and professional development
• Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and problem-solving, process, and team orientation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office365 applications (including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• 30% travel anticipated

Preferred:

• NCIDQ and/or EDAC certification
• Established network within the healthcare, laboratory, architecture, or design community

Additional Information

COFCO, a Henricksen Company offers competitive wages based on skills and experience as well as comprehensive benefits packages. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Henricksen is fully committed to cultivating a culture that is inclusive and integrates its Core Values in every action, every interaction, and every decision that is made.