Sales Assistant-Maryland
Design Within Reach · Maryland, United States · 1 mo ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
As a Sales Assistant, you’ll support the team and clients by helping with day-to-day operations in the store. You’ll gain hands-on experience in sales support, customer service, inventory, and visual merchandising. This is a support role, ideal for someone early in their career who’s eager to learn and grow in a creative, design-focused environment. You’ll report to the Assistant Manager and work closely with our sales and visual teams.
Responsibilities
- Support the team with order processing, delivery coordination, and client follow-up
- Maintain the store’s visual presentation and product displays
- Aid with inventory of marketing materials, swatches, and office supplies
- Learn about our products and design principles through training and team meetings
- Communicate with clients via phone and email to provide helpful, friendly service
Requirements
- Interest in design, retail, or customer service
- Previous retail or customer-facing experience is a plus, but not required
- Comfortable using Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Gmail, and navigating websites
- Willingness to learn systems like Salesforce and design software (we’ll train you!)
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and move items as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service orientation
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay and quarterly bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
- Commuter benefits (up to $150/month)
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Employee discounts and more!
Pay
Competitive hourly pay
Schedule
Open daily, Sunday through Saturday (weekend and holiday availability required)