Architectural Sales Representative (New York)
Waterbox, New York, New York, United States, 10261
The Design Sales Representative will play a key role in delivering a high-touch, design-driven experience for Waterbox NY clients. This position requires strong product knowledge of luxury European brands, a refined design sensibility, and the ability to guide clients through material selection and project customization. The ideal candidate is polished, detail-oriented, and confident presenting premium design concepts.
Key Responsibilities
Greet and engage clients—homeowners, designers, architects, and builders—providing expert design guidance throughout the selection process. Present European luxury brands, materials, finishes, and product lines with a deep understanding of their design value. Create detailed proposals, mood boards, specifications, and pricing tailored to each client’s project requirements. Maintain strong knowledge of current design trends, new product lines, and high-end European manufacturers. Collaborate with the operations and design teams to ensure accuracy in specifications, orders, and project details. Strengthen relationships with existing clients and cultivate new business through showroom appointments, outreach, and industry networking. Manage the full sales cycle: consultation, presentation, estimating, follow-up, and order processing. Maintain organized and accurate client records, proposals, and communications in CRM systems. Achieve sales targets while consistently delivering an elevated customer experience. Represent Waterbox NY at industry events, showroom activities, and designer presentations. Qualifications
Experience in design sales, architecture, interior design, luxury retail, or related fields. Strong understanding of European design brands, materials, contemporary aesthetics, and product specifications. Excellent communication and presentation skills with a polished, professional demeanor. Ability to translate client preferences into cohesive design solutions. Experience creating design proposals or working with specification tools/software (SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar is a plus). Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Self-motivated and comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team. Key Competencies
Strong design sensibility Client relationship building High-end sales expertise Visual and spatial awareness Attention to detail Professional presentation Work Environment
Based in the Waterbox New York design showroom, with occasional site visits as needed. Weekend or evening availability may be required depending on showroom and client needs. Job Type: Full-time
Compensation package: base salary $65-$75.000 + commissions
Benefits:
Paid time off Language:
English (Required) Ability to Commute:
New York, NY 10022 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate:
New York, NY 10022: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person
Key Responsibilities
Greet and engage clients—homeowners, designers, architects, and builders—providing expert design guidance throughout the selection process. Present European luxury brands, materials, finishes, and product lines with a deep understanding of their design value. Create detailed proposals, mood boards, specifications, and pricing tailored to each client’s project requirements. Maintain strong knowledge of current design trends, new product lines, and high-end European manufacturers. Collaborate with the operations and design teams to ensure accuracy in specifications, orders, and project details. Strengthen relationships with existing clients and cultivate new business through showroom appointments, outreach, and industry networking. Manage the full sales cycle: consultation, presentation, estimating, follow-up, and order processing. Maintain organized and accurate client records, proposals, and communications in CRM systems. Achieve sales targets while consistently delivering an elevated customer experience. Represent Waterbox NY at industry events, showroom activities, and designer presentations. Qualifications
Experience in design sales, architecture, interior design, luxury retail, or related fields. Strong understanding of European design brands, materials, contemporary aesthetics, and product specifications. Excellent communication and presentation skills with a polished, professional demeanor. Ability to translate client preferences into cohesive design solutions. Experience creating design proposals or working with specification tools/software (SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar is a plus). Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Self-motivated and comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team. Key Competencies
Strong design sensibility Client relationship building High-end sales expertise Visual and spatial awareness Attention to detail Professional presentation Work Environment
Based in the Waterbox New York design showroom, with occasional site visits as needed. Weekend or evening availability may be required depending on showroom and client needs. Job Type: Full-time
Compensation package: base salary $65-$75.000 + commissions
Benefits:
Paid time off Language:
English (Required) Ability to Commute:
New York, NY 10022 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate:
New York, NY 10022: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person