Rug Sales Specialist

About the role

Our beautiful showroom in ADAC (Atlanta Decorative Arts Center) provides an inspiring, design-focused environment where you’ll work closely with top interior design clients. As our company continues to expand, this role offers strong potential for professional growth, long-term career development, and the opportunity to operate with a high level of autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Research and establish new client relationships while cultivating existing relationships within the design industry
• Develop thorough industry and product knowledge, specifically within the rug category
• Drive sales by presenting Holland & Sherry and represented rug lines to design professionals both inside the showroom and on the road
• Produce and regularly update target client lists, sales goals, and strategic outreach plans
• Promptly follow up on all client inquiries
• Cook up with Customer Service and Product Managers to ensure accurate communication and support
• Travel throughout Atlanta and the Southeastern territory to present product and meet with clients
• Utilize entrepreneurial thinking to identify new business opportunities and take ownership of building and maintaining a robust sales pipeline

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of rug sales experience
• A positive, can-do attitude and eagerness to learn
• Strong communication skills and a professional, punctual nature
• A high proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn Holland & Sherry’s CRM systems
• A comfortableness in packing, carrying, and transporting samples frequently
• A car required
• The ability to travel to other states approximately once per month for up to a week
• The ability to work out of the showroom 2–3 days per week
• A self-directed, entrepreneurial mindset with the confidence to pursue and manage outside sales independently

What we offer

• A competitive salary
• A comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance package
• A 401(k) retirement savings program with employer matching contributions
• Paid time off with at least 9 federal holidays observed
• A beautifully designed showroom environment and access to exceptional luxury products

About Holland & Sherry

From our inception in 1836, Holland & Sherry has specialized in the finest textiles for the apparel industry. In 1998, Holland & Sherry Interiors was founded, expanding our heritage into luxury interior textiles and products. Inspired by traditional apparel fabrics, our interiors collections offer a transitional quality suited for every aspect of the decorated room. In addition to textiles, our offerings include custom embroidery, rugs, wallcoverings, trim, leather, hardware, and lighting.