Outside Sales Representative #1954 - Pivotal Talent Search

Outside Sales Representative – Chicago (North Suburbs), Wisconsin

We are a distinguished name in the luxury home furnishings, textiles, and accessories industry, exclusively serving the trade. With over thirty years of collaboration with top-tier designers, we pride ourselves on offering unique and exquisite products. Our mission is to enhance lives by creating beautiful environments, extending to architectural and landscape design. Our team is driven by a passion for creativity, design, and art, making it not just our job but our passion.

We are seeking an Outside Sales Representative for the Chicago North Suburbs and Milwaukee market. Travel to Chicago periodically.

Main Duties:

• Achieve sales targets by promoting and selling our product line and services to design professionals within the assigned territory.
• Make 10-15 sales calls per week to both existing and prospective residential and hospitality clients. A sales call involves presenting new products and discussing items relevant to the clients' current projects.
• Conduct 5-10 “bird calls” weekly to update and maintain client libraries.
• Develop new client relationships.
• Manage and schedule manufacturer visits and provide a summary of these visits during weekly team meetings.
• Identify and track progress on “Top 10 Projects” during weekly meetings.
• Record detailed notes in CRM for all weekly meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of sales experience in high-end furnishings and textiles.
• Knowledge of the furniture industry is advantageous.
• Proven track record of sales success, including expanding the customer base and increasing sales.

Compensation:

• Monthly auto allowance.
• Monthly phone and iPad allowance.

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