What are the responsibilities and job description for the Showroom Manager / Sales Support position at McKinnon and Harris, Inc?
Company Description
McKinnon and Harris has been handcrafting high performance aluminum furniture for estate, garden, and yacht since 1991. Each piece is made entirely by hand at their Richmond, Virginia workshop. Recognized for unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless design, McKinnon and Harris furniture is appreciated by discerning clients worldwide.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role as a Showroom Manager & Sales Assistant located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The role involves daily tasks such as managing showroom operations, providing exceptional customer service, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving sales through effective communication, product knowledge and able to assist in the sales department.
Primary Purpose
This role plays a pivotal part in bolstering the overall sales effort by supporting the sales team where needed and proactively engaging in direct sales activities with clients and high net worth individuals in and outside of the showroom.
Responsibilities :
- Lead Generation & Sales Support
- Assist the sales team in prospecting research and qualification to optimize sales opportunities.
- Assist clients to refine and finalize quotations, including the preparation of layouts or imagery to aid in their selection process.
- Assist with pipeline management, meeting scheduling, and client presentations to enhance sales efforts.
- Organize showroom events and find creative ways to host clients in the showroom to see the latest furniture and fabric collections.
Brand Ambassador & Sales :
Showroom Management :
Backend Post-Sale Support :
Job Requirements
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED : Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, business, or related field, or equivalent experience. A minimum of 3 years inside sales experience, preferably in the furniture industry. Must possess excellent verbal / written communications and organizational skills. Must be proficient in Accounting and Business Software, CRM software, Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Excel. Experience in Sage Software and Salesforce is helpful.
Qualifications
Please email Suzanne St. Clair Whitney with your resume : Swhitney@Mckinnonharris.com
