What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Showroom Sales Associate position at Gloster Furniture?
General Description:
The Regional Showroom Sales Associate is responsible for business development within the territory – spearheading new leads and contacts. They will be responsible for supporting studio events and Gloster A&D events, as well as participating within the local A&D community through networking and social events.
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit. We look for candidates that can think outside of the box and be innovative in creating new opportunities. Must be an excellent communicator and a strong team player.
Essential Function/Duties:
- Develop and deliver presentations to architects, designers, purchasing agents, and owner’s representatives in the residential sector.
- Be comfortable working with high net worth individuals and company executives.
- Be a participant of ideas and strategy when working with immediate team and other teams within the company
- Establish and maintain relationships with key accounts. Ability to build rapport and trustworthy relationships with clientele, customers and team members
- Sell within the residential market sector
- Service walk in clients on the floor of the showroom
- Daily use of our CRM system to organize, record and capture sales data
- Fast learner, problem solver, with excellent judgment skills
- Travel required in assigned regions
- Brand ambassador for A & D community. Create meaningful connections.
- Manage current accounts and achieve sales goals to ensure company and client satisfaction
- Handle day to day customer care within the studio as needed
- Understand how to develop appointments and be willing to do this every week
- Other duties as needed
Skills/Qualifications:
- 4 years previous sales experience, preferred experience in premium furniture, accessories, or luxury products
- Experience and success within the A&D community or luxury products
- Detail oriented, well organized with an emphasis on time management skills and comfortable working in and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Friendly, professional, positive attitude demeanor and comfortable with a diverse team and clientele base
- Bi-lingual preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft suite of programs (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint) and knowledge of CRM systems
- Attend design and networking events and entertain trade clients
- Assist with showroom
- Polished appearance and professional presentation skills
- Valid driver’s license
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods of standing.
