What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Sales: Drapery position at Behind the Design?
Bring Your Passion for Design and Sales to Our Locally-Owned Showroom!
Are you an experienced designer with an uncanny ability to close deals and a talent for creating luxurious spaces? Have experience with draperies and fabrication sales or a similar niche of the industry? We are looking for a Lead Sales Designer who thrives on the blend of creativity and business, loves transforming homes, and is driven by results. If you’re a goal-oriented, sales-savvy professional with a passion for design, this is the opportunity for you!
What You’ll Gain:
- Flexible Compensation: Choose a compensation plan that suits you—either a base salary plus commission or commission-only for unlimited earning potential.
- Year 1 Earning Potential: Earn between $60,000 and $75,000 in your first year, with no ceiling on your success.
- Year 2 and Beyond: Earnings of$95,000-$110,000 !
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), holiday pay, and compensation during training to ensure you’re well-supported.
- Lead Support: Access a steady flow of leads through walk-ins, phone inquiries, and aggressive marketing campaigns. You'll also have the tools to build your own repeat and referral client base.
What You’ll Do:
- Client Consultations: Engage clients through personalized virtual, showroom, and in-home consultations to select window coverings, upholstery, accessories, and furnishings that fit their style and space.
- Design Leadership: Build lasting relationships, create detailed design scopes, and expertly guide clients through the design approval process to bring their vision to life.
- Project Coordination: Prepare accurate design specifications for fabricators and manufacturers, ensuring seamless execution of your designs.
- Sales & Networking: Leverage provided leads and expand your network to generate referral clients and build a strong presence in the community.
What We’re Looking For:
- Sales Expert: At least 3 years of experience in sales, with a demonstrated ability to meet or exceed targets and a passion for the sales process.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficient in using CRM systems, quoting, drawing software, and other digital tools, as we operate a paperless business.
- Design Background: Strong foundation in interior design or decorating. Experience with upholstery or soft window treatments is a big plus.
- Travel Flexibility: Able to travel between Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area for client consultations.
- Physical Capability: Comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs. for showroom samples and design materials.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
This role is perfect for a sales maverick who thrives in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment while delivering exceptional design solutions. If you love closing deals, creating beautiful interiors, and making a real impact in clients’ lives, we want to meet you.
Be part of a creative, motivated team that values your ambition and expertise. Apply today to lead, design, and succeed with us!
Behind the Design and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,500
