Job Description
Join a luxury brand of tile and bath. We are searching for an experienced leader charged with managing our Washington, DC Design Center showroom. This role will own the financial performance of the showroom and exceed revenue goals for sales and profitability. Additionally, the manager will lead, coach, and develop a high performing sales team while working to foster, cultivate, and manage relationships within the trade design community.
The right candidate will be proactive and organized in their leadership; high-energy, versatile, and a strong communicator with the ability to strategically lead our DC design center showroom, while gaining brand loyalty and recognition in the market.
We value and cultivate long-standing relationships with our clients and our teammates. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each associate’s contribution toward delivering beautiful, innovative, luxury products while providing superior customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Showroom Management :
- Execute organizational strategies to firmly position the company as the industry leader of luxury home surfaces and bath
- Create a culture of accountability and empowerment within the showroom
- Responsible for showroom operations; establishing and maintaining processes to uphold brand standards
- Lead / teach the execution of market share growth through strategic account development plans and execution. Weekly collaboration and field training, visiting all accounts on a weekly / monthly rotation
- Drive use of SAP, project pipelines, account list, social media, and technology.
- Research and implement innovative ways to proactively market products
- Create a showroom environment that delivers a luxury experience to all clients
- Attend and host industry events; lunch and learns, showroom tours, + other creative and collaborative gatherings
- Point of contact for client escalations, beyond sales consultant experience
- Showroom budget management, P&L responsibility, net 30 account-ageing report, expense reporting
Account Management :
Strategically manage showroom accounts using SAP HANA and other reporting metricsEffectively and confidently promote our curated surfaces and plumbing lines, in person and virtually using technologyUse innovative ideas and leverage virtual and other tools to develop and maintain relationships within the architect and design community; as well as enhance relationships with current clients to increase salesActively support the sales team in identifying and securing new clients within the geography of the showroomGuide, develop, and measure individual associate’s accounts and CRM activity using regular one on one meetings to ensure marketing activities match potentialTeam Management :
Sales Leader for the showroom, coaching and developing the sales team using 30 / 60 / 90-day plansPartners with Sales Consultant on developing and maintain client trade relationshipsTrains team in selling and marketing, reflective of the brandCoach team to stay current on product range and competitors’ offerings, and report findings to cross functional partnersHold designated showroom associates accountable for project management, offering outstanding service and follow-through for our clientsEmpower associates to resolve client issues and implement solutionsRequired Skills / Experience :
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent5 years of inside / outside sales experience in a showroom, retail, or design firmMinimum of 3 years of experience in a sales management role within high end luxury brand environmentFearless and innovative approach to selling with a client-centric mentalityAbility to take charge, drive for results and make sound decisions quicklyAbility to negotiate and close dealsDigitally savvy – willing and able to connect with clients both virtually and in personProven team builder with the ability to coach and develop a sales teamSelf-motivated leader with excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenWell-connected within the luxury design trade around the showroomExceptional time management skills with ability to multi-taskResilient with the ability to proactively overcome challengesAbility to inspire trust, integrity, and professionalismInnovative and strategic thinkerData drivenProficient in all Microsoft Office applicationsPlumbing / tile / construction background / exposure a plus