Job description

Well established local retailer located in Fairfield County seeking a full time & part time experienced sales design professional to join our growing team. We are located in Westport and have been in business since 1999. This is an excellent opportunity with a company that has more leads than our current sales staff can handle. The ideal candidate is an ambitious professional that can work independently in an exciting and fast paced environment. Knowledge of kitchen design using 20/20 a plus; however, willing to train the right individual.

Position will entail meeting with clients to develop design ideas for their home, compute budget ranges and price estimates, as well as select the various finishes. The Kitchen Designer is detail oriented with excellent project management, sales, measurement, cost estimating and decision making skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Warmly welcome customers and provide consultative design services
• Meet with clients in our showroom and travel to homes to take detailed and exact measurements for installation specifications
• Project management, including communicating with vendors to order materials specified for project
• Learn and keep up-to-date with key industry business knowledge
• Must be able to work Saturdays

Knowledge and Experience:

• Willing to train the right candidate, kitchen design and remodeling experience a plus
• Prior experience with kitchen design software (e.g. 20/20) and hand drafting a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen design and/or construction/renovation industry
• Strong computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft programs – Word, Excel and Outlook
• Polished and professional demeanor

Key Competencies and Critical Skills:

• Passionate about design and going the extra mile to make our clients happy and exceed their expectations
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated and self-directed individual with a focus on results and problem solving with strong decision-making skills
• Attention to detail and follow-up, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task
• Excellent presentation and communication/people skills – superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, conscientious worker with a positive, "can do" attitude to create a friendly environment for clients and co-workers
• Willing to give and receive constructive feedback and find ways to improve processes and procedures

Other Information:

• Compensation commensurate with experience (salary plus commissions and bonuses)
• Health benefits, paid vacation and sick days
• Extensive professional training and development
• Reference checks and background screening are required for all candidates

We have a steady stream of pre-qualified clients, referrals, and existing repeat business. Furthermore, we have a proven sales system to maximize sales and income, the successful candidate just needs a strong desire to succeed.

Please send compensation requirements and resume for consideration.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All customers are required to wear a mask

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Sales Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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