Events & Exposition Sales Professional
Mattress Firm · Houston, TX · Yesterday
Business Development$15.76/hrFull-time
The Events & Exposition Sleep Expert is a sales role focused on delivering outstanding customer experiences at fairs, rodeos, trade shows, expositions, and other special events. This position combines product knowledge, sales expertise, and customer service skills to help attendees find the right sleep solutions while representing the brand with professionalism.
Essential Responsibilities
- Maximize sales opportunities based on key performance indicators
- Adheres to conference planning schedule, policies, and guidelines
- Aid with event set-up and tear-down
- Attend related conference calls with management
- Minimize shrink through inventory management practices
- Encourage turnovers to and from other partners working the event
- Offer motivational support to other partners attending the sales event
- Participate in training classes to stay updated on product and company programs
- Maintain confidentiality of information
- Represent the company in a professional manner
- Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date
- Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all
- Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts
- Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation
- Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and company operations
- Proactively engage with attendees in high-traffic, dynamic environments
- Represent the company in a polished and professional manner at all times
Non-Essential Responsibilities
- Execute company initiatives and other activities requested by supervisor
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
- Contribute ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company
- Participate in additional company initiatives or special projects as assigned
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1+ Years Retail Experience required
- And 3+ Years Direct Sales Experience required
Skills
- Adapts to new situations, changes, and shifts strategies to meet different types of challenges
- Encourages differences of opinion and takes steps to prevent counter-productive confrontations. Manages disagreements in a constructive manner
- Skillful in compiling, organizing and using data to enhance planning and effectiveness
- Utilizes strong active listening skills, including the ability to focus on the speaker, understand their perspective and provide thoughtful feedback
- Skilled in initiating, structuring and carrying out steps to complete projects and tasks
Competencies
- Knowledge Basic Retail Sales Knowledge
- Microsoft Office Products Licenses and Certifications
- Physical Demands Showrooms and Booths
Benefits
- Excellent career growth opportunities through on-the-job training and development programs
- 401(k) with employer matching
Compensation
- Competitive $15.76 per hour + * depending on qualifications and experience
Legal Authorization
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship
EEO Statement
- We are an equal employment opportunity employer and are committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.