Furniture Sales Specialist -Chicago Sales

KI

$90K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in the contract furnishings/design industry preferred.
  • Experience in the healthcare market sales is advantageous.
  • Established relationships with architects, designers, and end users are desirable.
  • Ability to handle and transport sales samples is essential.
  • Proficient in CRM tools, particularly SFDC.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and close sales deals effectively.
  • Showcase expertise in client applications and KI solutions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key industry influencers and clients.
  • Host engaging educational 'lunch and learn' sessions with clients.
  • Conduct Continuing Education Units (CEUs) events to educate clients.
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities in SFDC.
  • Engage in community and industry events to generate leads.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for ownership interest.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
  • Car allowance program for travel in the territory.
  • Reimbursement for personal phone and internet costs.
  • Fitness reimbursement programs for wellness support.
  • Discounted pricing on company products.
  • Support for continuing education and professional certifications.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including life and disability insurance.
Full Job Description
Join Our Dynamic Sales Team!

Job Overview:

Are you ready to take your sales career to the next level? We're on the hunt for a passionate Sales Specialist to join our sales team in Chicago. This is a remote position and the territory will encompass the Chicagoland area with a concentration in Western Suburban/I-80 corridor. You will need to live in the territory to effectively cover/travel to the accounts in your market. You'll dive into KI's core markets, including Higher Ed, Commercial, State and Local Government, and Healthcare. Your mission? To connect with End User Clients, Architects and Designers, Dealers, General Contractors, and Real Estate Developers. Enjoy the flexibility of working from your home office and earn a competitive salary of around $90,000 with commission starting from the first dollar sold!

Your Adventure Awaits:
  • Spot Opportunities: Identify, advance, and close sales deals like a pro.
  • Be the Brand: Showcase your expertise in client space applications and KI solutions.
  • Build Bonds: Forge strong relationships with Architects, Designers, clients, influencers, strategic partners, and potential leads.
  • Lunch & Learn: Host engaging "lunch and learns" with clients.
  • Educate & Inspire: Conduct CEU events.
  • Stay Organized: Keep all sales activities in SFDC up-to-date and accurate.
  • Get Involved: Participate in community activities and industry groups to boost sales leads and brand recognition.

What You Need to Succeed:
  • Experience: Previous contract furnishings/design industry experience preferred. Healthcare market sales experience is a plus.
  • Connections: Existing relationships with architects, designers, and end users are a bonus.
  • Strength: Must be able to haul sales samples.
  • Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in CRM technology.

What KI Offers You:
  • Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - be a part-owner of the company!
  • Health & Wellness: Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance.
  • Future Planning: 401(k) Plan with Company Match.
  • Time Off: Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays.
  • Car Allowance: Travel in the territory in your own car and reap the benefits of our car allowance program through Motus.
  • Phone and Internet Reimbursement: Use your own phone and be reimbursed for phone and internet costs.
  • Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement programs.
  • Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
  • Education: Support for degree programs and certifications.
  • Full Benefits: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Check out our new Chicago Inspiration Center that opened during Design Days in June, as well our new award-winning Kiaura Collection at www.ki.com!

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?

Apply today!

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