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Director of Sales

Soucie Horner Design Collective, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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SHIIR Rugs is an artisanal rug company established in 2012 by interior designers Shea Soucie and Martin Horner of luxury interior design firm Soucie Horner Design Collective, and Oscar Tatosian and Sarkis Tatosian of Oscar Isberian Rugs. SHIIR Rugs is represented in several showrooms across the United States and Europe, including Holly Hunt; Jennifer West; De Sousa Hughes; David Sutherland; ALT for Living; David Adler; Estudio Casa; and Tim Page Carpets in London, as well as direct representation.

Job Summary The Director of Sales at SHIIR Rugs is a senior leadership role responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, expanding distribution channels, and building a high-performing sales organization aligned with the brand’s luxury, design-forward positioning. This leader will partner closely with Design, Marketing, Operations, and Finance to scale the business while preserving SHIIR’s craftsmanship, relationships, and reputation within the design community.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree a plus

10+ years of progressive sales leadership experience, preferably in luxury, design, or premium consumer goods

Proven track record of scaling revenue and leading multi-channel sales organizations

Strong strategic thinking paired with hands‑on execution capability

Experience working cross‑functionally with design, marketing, operations, and finance teams

Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presence

Successful Candidate Profile

Growth‑oriented, entrepreneurial mindset

Ability to inspire and develop high‑performing teams

Data‑driven decision maker with strong forecasting and analytical skills

Customer‑and design‑community centric approach

Comfort leading change and scaling processes while preserving brand integrity

Excellent organizational skills.

Calm under pressure.

Strong computer skills and a quick study with new software platforms.

Proficient with CRM and Microsoft 365 suite.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with SHIIR Rugs’ growth objectives

Establish annual and quarterly revenue targets and lead the organization to exceed them

Provide regular revenue forecasting, reporting, and insights to ownership and leadership partners

Identify new growth opportunities across products, geographies, and customer segments

Lead, coach, and develop internal and external sales teams, including showroom partners and representatives

Align headcount and staffing plans with growth projections

Create a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and compensation planning

Continuously evaluate and optimize sales territories and distribution models (direct, showroom, partners)

Build and manage strategic partnerships with targeted distributors and showrooms

Explore and develop new channels of distribution, including private label and custom programs

Oversee the sales components of SHIIR’s digital and partner portals

Design tailored sales strategies for each showroom or sales partner

Implement consistent pipeline management, reporting, and CRM discipline

Ensure achievement of revenue quotas and accountability metrics

Maintain competitive market knowledge and translate insights into actionable strategies

Product, Design & Manufacturing Collaboration

Partner with Design to review product assortment, identify gaps, and inform product innovation

Coordinate feedback from designers and showrooms on materials, techniques, and color trends

Maintain working knowledge of custom development and manufacturing capabilities

Collaborate with Operations and Manufacturing to ensure feasibility and delivery excellence

Marketing, Brand & Industry Presence

Collaborate on marketing and PR strategy to support sales growth

Provide input on editorial calendars, content, presentation materials, and sales campaigns

Participate in trade shows, annual launch events, and targeted industry events

Maintain and grow relationships with key designers, architects, and industry influencers

Operational & Cross-Functional Leadership

Participate in annual planning, goal setting, and leadership retreats

Align sales strategy with financial planning, inventory management, and forecasting

Lead special projects including education initiatives, showroom training, and brand events

Ensure exceptional customer experience and long‑term relationship management

This role operates in a hybrid office and showroom environment with regular travel required for trade shows, showroom visits, and key customer meetings.

Physical Requirements

Periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. at times.

Ability to drive and hold a valid driver’s license preferred.

SHIIR Rugs (and Soucie Horner Design Collective) is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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