Position ID: 31382

Location: Toronto, ON

Work Type: On-site, Full-time, Permanent

About Our Client

Our client, a high-end interior finishes company in the A&D industry, is seeking a Showroom Design Sales Consultant who will be responsible for providing an exceptional showroom experience that showcases luxury flooring products and inspires clients. This role requires a combination of sales, marketing, and design expertise to provide both in-showroom sales and sales & marketing support. The successful candidate will play a critical role in creating brand awareness, particularly in the interior design & construction industry, and consulting in the showroom to a high-end clientele.

Responsibilities

The Showroom Design Sales Consultant will be responsible for performing a diverse range of functions including but not limited to:

• Perform marketing, sales, and customer service in a retail design showroom setting located in the Castlefield Design District.
• Meet with customers in the showroom, prospect, and call interior designers, architects, and custom luxury builders to introduce our product & service benefits and advantages.
• Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and network with associations to promote our products.
• Resolve customer complaints by investigating issues, developing solutions, and preparing reports.
• Build strong relationships with architects, interior designers, and other industry professionals to generate leads and referrals.
• Maintain great client relationships and rapport, and handle unique client requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand the customer base.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing industry publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in manufacturing associations.

Qualifications

The following are the minimum requirements to be considered for this role:

• Minimum of 3 years of proven Canadian design/interior finishes experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of sales & marketing experience with a proven track record of generating sales or providing marketing sales support.
• Experience in social media marketing preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for luxury design and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to handle a high volume of activity.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (SharePoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote, etc.).
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, digital marketing creative apps, and rendering applications such as Sketch-up & 3DMax is an asset.
• Strong relationship-building skills to establish strong alliances with trades and vendors.
• Ability to engage with clients and build long-term relationships.
• Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, Interior Design, or a related field, or AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate.