We are looking for someone to fill the position of Showroom Manager at our beautiful Chicago David Sutherland Showroom located in the Chicago Merchandise Mart. The position offers a competitive base salary within a range of $95,000 to $105,000, plus monthly commission. Key Responsibilities: - Lead day-to-day operations and sales for the David Sutherland showroom, delivering an elevated client experience for interior designers, architects, and luxury homeowners. - Maintain a consistent and reliable on-site presence to support the team, service clients, and ensure the showroom runs smoothly day-to-day. - Develop and execute strategic sales plans to exceed revenue goals, grow territory performance, and support new product launches. - Manage, train, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative, service-driven environment that reflects brand values. - Oversee visual merchandising and showroom presentation to ensure a compelling, on-brand, and well-maintained space. - Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, vendor partners, and internal departments including marketing, product development, and logistics. - Organize and host showroom events, private appointments, and product presentations to drive engagement and strengthen client relationships. - Monitor and report on sales metrics, client activity, and showroom performance using various sales platforms and CRM. - Manage the showroom budget, maintain profitability, and ensure operational efficiency across all functions. Skills / Qualifications: - Minimum of a Bachelor's degree - Proven leadership experience in trade sales, luxury furnishings, or related industries with five years of experience. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, business management, and computer skills - The ability to travel to manage outside sales and business activities - Strong ability to drive sales, manage teams, and develop client relationships. - Demonstrated proficiency with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce. Benefit Offerings Include: - Paid Time off of 15 days per year, accrued bi-weekly - Eight Sick Days Per Year (or state-defined plans) - 10 Paid Holidays - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, including HDHP with HSA - 401k Retirement Plan with Bi-Weekly Company Match - Paid Parental Leave - Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-term Disability Insurance - Voluntary Benefits of Short-term Disability, Supplemental Life/ADD, Critical Illness, Accident, Norton, Hospital Indemnity - Employee Assistance Program To apply: go to https://www.perennialsfabrics.com/careers/