Retail Trade Sales Rep, Rejuvenation, Dallas

About the Role

You will be responsible for exceeding the trade sales plan in the local trade area and creating a thriving customer community. Activities include networking with area trade associations, neighborhood associations, sales prospecting, and providing a level of service that builds relationships. You will act as a trade liaison with all retail trade customers, as well as a regional brand advocate within the community. You will help support the goals and strategies set by Marketing and Retail Management to grow our business.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and grow the trade customer base in a defined client segment and geographic region of the retail store.
• Identify area home, neighborhood, preservation, and other associations to reach out to and build connections with.
• Develop and execute events that drive traffic and position Rejuvenation as a resource.
• Promote Rejuvenation products and services to prospective and existing trade clients through in-store service, telephone contacts, site visits, and in-store events, trainings, and trade shows.
• Build and maintain an extensive knowledge base of building activity within the retail trade area.
• Work with store sales associates to provide timely trade-related information and assist in identifying potential trade prospects and customers.
• Build strong connections with Call Center and WSI Contract teams to leverage resources and grow overall trade businesses.
• Support retail store in customer service and operations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management, including opening and closing duties as Key Holder.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong product and procedural knowledge specific to remodeling and building trades, with emphasis on period residential and commercial materials, design, and construction.
• Prior experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX, Sales Force Management, and POS systems is a plus.
• Strong aptitude for customer service and sales, with a high-energy "can-do" approach.
• Proven ability to achieve results both independently and through others.
• 2-3 years of outside sales experience with a strong emphasis in customer service and delivery of a set goal plan.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and mobilize medium to large items, up to 75 lbs., while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques.

Full-time associates are expected to have open availability to meet the needs of the business. Part-Time Flex associates must be available to work a minimum of two regularly scheduled shifts on the weekend (Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday) and two during the week (Monday to Thursday). For an associate to be scheduled 20 hours or more weekly, greater availability (beyond the minimum required above) that meets the needs of the business will be required. Weekend availability cannot fall on the same day; an associate must be available on two separate days (Friday and Saturday, Friday and Sunday, or Saturday and Sunday).

Benefits

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands.
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial, and emotional health.
• Paid vacations and holidays (full-time).
• Health benefits, dental, and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits (full-time).

This role offers opportunities for continued learning, including individual development plans, career pathing conversations, annual performance appraisals, cross-brand and cross-functional career opportunities, online learning through brand-specific resources and WSI University, and leadership development opportunities.

Pay

This role offers a competitive compensation package. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.