What are the responsibilities and job description for the Showroom Assistant position at Quality Home Center?
Showroom Assistant (Sales and Design Trainee)
Growing kitchen and bath company looking to add to our showroom team. We are seeking a reliable, motivated person to act as an assistant to the showroom staff while training in design and sales. Ideal candidate is someone who is able to adapt and grow with us while learning about the industry/clientele we serve. Candidate will work with the general public as well as assist the owner and other staff in every day functions. Kitchen, fireplace and bath remodeling experience is a plus but not necessary. College education in any field preferred but not required. Candidate must have strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to use phone with multiple lines, fax machine, e-mail, and Microsoft Office is important. Must have a current and valid driver license as well as be willing to undergo background and drug screening upon request. Position is year round, full time hourly or salary depending on candidate qualifications.
Job responsibilites/duties to include, but not limited to;
- Assist showroom staff as instructed.
- Greet and assist customers entering showroom.
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls as well as take and distribute messages.
- Use e-mail and/or fax machine to send various types of correspondence as directed.
- Make phone calls as directed/needed.
- Place orders for goods, job materials and/or office supplies as instructed.
- Learn all facets of kitchen, bath and fireplace remodeling.
- Learn to use kitchen and bath design software.
- Draft and send correspondence such as proposals, contracts and project updates.
- Provide great customer service throughout the process from greeting to completion of a project.
- Work with other staff to learn the sales, design and project management process.
- Successfully demonstrate use of learned design and sales skills after completing training.
- Benefits including paid time off and company matched retirement available after 1 year, full time.
Starting salary is commensurate with experience. This position is full time, day shift with Saturdays required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Day shift
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18