SAN FRANCISCO DESIGN CENTER
Showroom Sales Assistant – Palecek
SAN FRANCISCO DESIGN CENTER, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Who We Are As a family-owned company, PALECEK values integrity, loyalty and strong partnerships. We are driven to improve, innovate and inspire. We bring our personal best to every aspect of our business, from our design and craft to our internal teamwork and customer service. We are passionate about creativity and believe beautiful spaces enhance the quality of life.
Summary The Showroom Assistant plays a key role in facilitating the daily operations of the showroom, encompassing tasks in Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and Merchandising. The ideal candidate, being a self-starter, is anticipated to actively pursue business opportunities and initiatives aimed at enhancing sales performance. Key responsibilities include delivering exceptional customer service, meeting sales targets, contributing to the creation of monthly sales reports, actively participating in special showroom events, and providing assistance during trade shows as required. Demonstrating a high level of professionalism and self-motivation is essential for success in this role.
Description
Achieve high levels of sales performance and outcomes
Assist customers in the selection, purchase, and delivery of merchandise
Generate and provide monthly sales forecasts and meet financial goals and quotas
Serve as a product ambassador for PALECEK by maintaining comprehensive product knowledge and utilizing the informational tools to provide immediate detail for product and sales requests
Identify, develop, and document new and existing business opportunities
Maintain current Architecture and Design industry knowledge with an understanding of brand competitors and a critical understanding of how to apply this knowledge to the sales process
Perform other duties as requested
Key Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of experience in the trade
Previous successful sales experience in Architecture and Design with a track record of high-volume performance
Knowledge of the To the Trade and Wholesale industry
Exceptional customer service with outstanding follow-up skills
Proactive approach with the ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems
Familiarity with the furniture industry and design concepts
Competence in order processing and basic computer skills
Proficiency in Word and Excel
Effective time management, independence, self-motivation, and proactive mindset
Communicate clearly in a concise, understandable manner, and listen attentively to others
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Customer-focused, capable of instilling client confidence, and dedicated to enhancing overall customer experience
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proven time management abilities with a track record of meeting deadlines
Demonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse staff and populations
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work normal business hours of 9:00am-5:00pm (PT)
Willingness to travel up to 10-15% of the time
Operate in a professional office environment
Moderate noise i.e. business office with computers, phone, printers and light traffic
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone
Close vision requirements due to computer work
Ability to see various shades of color
A flexible health plan offering medical, dental, and vision benefits
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Two Henry Adams Street, Suite 233 San Francisco, CA 94103
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Summary The Showroom Assistant plays a key role in facilitating the daily operations of the showroom, encompassing tasks in Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and Merchandising. The ideal candidate, being a self-starter, is anticipated to actively pursue business opportunities and initiatives aimed at enhancing sales performance. Key responsibilities include delivering exceptional customer service, meeting sales targets, contributing to the creation of monthly sales reports, actively participating in special showroom events, and providing assistance during trade shows as required. Demonstrating a high level of professionalism and self-motivation is essential for success in this role.
Description
Achieve high levels of sales performance and outcomes
Assist customers in the selection, purchase, and delivery of merchandise
Generate and provide monthly sales forecasts and meet financial goals and quotas
Serve as a product ambassador for PALECEK by maintaining comprehensive product knowledge and utilizing the informational tools to provide immediate detail for product and sales requests
Identify, develop, and document new and existing business opportunities
Maintain current Architecture and Design industry knowledge with an understanding of brand competitors and a critical understanding of how to apply this knowledge to the sales process
Perform other duties as requested
Key Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of experience in the trade
Previous successful sales experience in Architecture and Design with a track record of high-volume performance
Knowledge of the To the Trade and Wholesale industry
Exceptional customer service with outstanding follow-up skills
Proactive approach with the ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems
Familiarity with the furniture industry and design concepts
Competence in order processing and basic computer skills
Proficiency in Word and Excel
Effective time management, independence, self-motivation, and proactive mindset
Communicate clearly in a concise, understandable manner, and listen attentively to others
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Customer-focused, capable of instilling client confidence, and dedicated to enhancing overall customer experience
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proven time management abilities with a track record of meeting deadlines
Demonstrated effectiveness in working with diverse staff and populations
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work normal business hours of 9:00am-5:00pm (PT)
Willingness to travel up to 10-15% of the time
Operate in a professional office environment
Moderate noise i.e. business office with computers, phone, printers and light traffic
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone
Close vision requirements due to computer work
Ability to see various shades of color
A flexible health plan offering medical, dental, and vision benefits
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Two Henry Adams Street, Suite 233 San Francisco, CA 94103
#J-18808-Ljbffr