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Sales Assistant, Ann Sacks
Work Mode : Onsite
Location : Onsite – New York, NY
Opportunity
The primary responsibility of theSales Assistant is to ensure a gracious shopping experience for all ANN SACKSclients via “The Ann Sacks Way”. TheSales Assistant is responsible for working side by side with the sales staffand Showroom Manager, adding value and efficiency to the client experience. Success in this position includes executionof both Client-Facing and Stock / Operations duties in support of the Showroom’sSales and Client Engagement Goals. Professional growth opportunities include potentialcandidacy for Design Sales Consultant 1 positions.
Specific Responsibilities
Client-FacingResponsibilities
Act as a Concierge provide a Warm Welcome, leading Brand Introduction & Showroom Journey
Gracious Qualifying of all Clients (Design Trade, Homeowners, Trades)
Fielding and directing customer inquiries via Phones & General Email In-Box
Utilize Salesforce to document client interactions, including phone calls and quote requests.
Assist clients as needed on the selling floor
Support team with quote creation as requested
Showroom Operations Responsibilities inpartnership with Showroom Manager
Maintain sample inventory, including order placement and shipment receiving.
Maintain office supplies including hospitality items, wrap / pack materials, and marketing collateral
Merchandising support of all displays
Develop Product & Showroom Knowledge
Become familiar with showroom layout and displays
Assist in Showroom merchandising and general upkeep, including light housekeeping
Gain working knowledge of all product lines and specifications
Marketing & ClientEngagement Activities
Assist in preparation of Launches, client appointments, materials prep, and follow up
Operational and Hosting Support for execution of showroom events
Salesforce Administration of Material Bank Leads, follow-up communications as directed
Social Media : Instagram Account Administration as directed by Showroom Manager & Central Office
Support of Retail Assortment (where applicable)
Monthly Retail Category Sales Goals
Inventory management & Reporting of Retail Products according to established cadence
Otherprojects as assigned
Skills / Requirements
- Curiosity and a desire for growth and a passion for design, architecture, materials, and creativity are a must.
- Minimum 2 years of administrative experience or 1-2 years of retail sales, (preferably with a luxury brand), design / building materials business, or events experience preferred.
- Education : Coursework in Interior Design or Business with a focus on Management or Marketing is preferred but not required. Candidates with a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.
- Software : Must be comfortable with Windows operating systems and intermediate skills with MS Office suite are required. Experience with Salesforce or a CRM program is a bonus.
- Other skills : Candidate must possess demonstrated organizational and collaborative skills with high levels of verbal and written communication skills required. Exemplary customer service skills in support of long-term business development, and the ability to flex between a high volume of competing priorities. Goal-oriented individuals with a desire to achieve and surpass established job duties / targets do best in this role.
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