The Sales Designer is a brand ambassador for Poggenpohl, responsible for driving sales by developing new client relationships and providing excellent customer service. A sales designer will listen to clients' needs to create the perfect design solution for each project. You will seek out and develop new client relationships with architects, interior designers, builders, and end users to strengthen and expand the client base. The Sales Designer will work to secure new clients through working in the showroom, office visits, attending industry events, hosting showroom events, and networking within the design community. As a luxury sales designer, you will go the extra mile to ensure our clients' complete satisfaction.
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
Location: Boston
Reports to: Director of Retail
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drive sales and design solutions to maximize full project potential.
- Create kitchen (and other room) designs with information collected from clients.
- Measure interior spaces accurately for designing and ordering cabinets.
- Schedule and conduct meetings and presentations with clients.
- Provide coverage of showroom to meet with potential walk-in clients.
- Maintain showroom displays for client presentation.
- Remain the central point of contact for the client from start of project to completion.
- Work with technical designer and project manager to provide the best design solutions and client experience throughout the project.
- Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors.
- Participate in project milestone site visits.
- Represent the company as a brand ambassador at various functions.
- Review drawings and orders to ensure accurate and complete delivery of order for installation.
- Host events offsite and in the Boston showroom.
- Utilize social media to grow business and brand recognition.
- Partner with Director of Retail and Boston Team to ensure studio operations run effectively and efficiently.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of sales and design experience with a proven track record of driving sales.
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
- High-end retail experience a plus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of interior design space planning and residential construction.
- Attention to detail; present in a professional manner and enjoy connecting with new people.
- Represent the company and brand with integrity at all times.
- Ability to read architectural plans and prepare drawings for design presentations.
- Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.
- Highly organized, able to manage all aspects of the project.
- High-end retail sales experience a plus.
- Have a positive attitude and enjoy helping and serving clients.
- Possess good time management skills to meet deadlines.
- Must be a proactive problem solver.
- Design and computer skills including hand drafting, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, SketchUp.
Please send your application to: Lisa Tonon, HR, ...@poggenpohl.com
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