Design Consultant
The Shade Store · Burlingame, CA · 1 mo ago
Art & Creative$65k–$75k/yrFull-time
Location: Burlingame, CA
About the role
As a Showroom Design Consultant, you will provide personalized design consultations and drive sales while supporting the company’s initiatives. Leveraging your expertise in high-touch customer service and project management, you’ll create exceptional customer experience and contribute to the showroom’s success.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert design and room solution guidance to customers through in-person, virtual, and in-home consultations.
- Clearly explain the benefits of custom products to provide expert solutioning on customer projects.
- Drive sales through company customer platforms to maintain a healthy pipeline and achieve sales goals.
- Nurture and grow company assigned leads and actively seek new Consumer and Trade opportunities.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local interior designers, architects, and contractors, tailoring consultations to their needs and participating in trade events to enhance industry presence.
- Collaborate with field leaders to drive sales by leveraging their expertise.
- Identify opportunities, share best practices, and develop strategies to enhance customer engagement and boost sales performance.
- Act as a customer advocate by ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed throughout the design, sales and installation process.
- Ensure seamless customer experience by timely addressing any issues with scheduling, installation, or shipping for all customers.
- Be a brand ambassador in customer interactions and within your market.
- Promote teamwork and collaboration with showroom peers, production, client services, and measure & install teams to ensure a seamless and smooth customer experience.
- Foster a professional and positive environment in the showroom recognizing team achievements and maintaining a supportive team dynamic.
- Participate in ongoing training and business meetings to stay updated on products and technology, using tech platforms and tools efficiently.
- Assist in managing daily showroom operations to create a clean and inviting environment for customers.
- Play an active role in merchandising updates, product launches, and showroom design enhancements.
- Ensure all showroom displays are fully operational and showcase products effectively.
- Be flexible to support showroom coverage within the market.
Requirements
Experience: 3-5 years in retail, design, sales, project management or customer service with a focus on a high-end experience.
Qualifications
Education: Associate or bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience.
Skills
- Customer Engagement: Exhibits a “customer-first” welcoming attitude, engaging with customers and prioritizing their experience above all tasks.
- Solution-Oriented: Provide creative, solution-oriented options that resolve customer needs/concerns.
- Product Knowledge: Leverage a deep understanding of product features and benefits to communicate effectively with customers to ensure a successful installation.
- Proactive Communication: Respond promptly and proactively to both internal and external inquiries.
- Sales Acumen: Shows strong ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, confidently