Kush Rugs is seeking a - DESIGNER REP - February 03 2023

We’re just starting to talk to potential candidates for our opening below. Should we be talking with you? If so, please reach out to Brian@kushrugs.com

Kush Rugs is an independent, high-end rug company dedicated to exceptional service and quality, innovative products. We strive to provide a fun, collaborative and personable experience for our team members and clients.

 We are seeking a professional Trade Sales Associate who has experience with high-end clientele and a commitment to generating new business. The Trade Associate role has a strong emphasis on in person outreach and marketing. Travel is required.

 Requirements:

• Proven sales, prospecting, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability and drive to generate new relationships and business, and to nurture those prospects in the long term
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and open to feedback 
• Familiarity with interior design concepts and color work is preferred

 Responsibilities

• Sell handmade rugs, facilitate custom rug design and sales
• Cultivate relationships with clients to generate new and repeat business
• Implement Designer & Architect presentations locally and in out-of-state target markets
• Participate in events to increase showroom traffic and business
• Gain and maintain fluent product knowledge
• Possess, or develop the the ability to sell custom rugs
• Oversee and monitor full sales life cycle to ensure client satisfaction

 Prospecting and Sales

• Develop strategic prospecting plans to the trade that have weekly, monthly, and yearly targets
• Maintain an active presence on Instagram and other relevant social platforms
• Maintain a sample lending program
• Attend networking meetings for designers and architects
• Develop and maintain outside territories

 Job conditions

• Out of state travel required
• Lift, carry, pull, and push up to 50 pounds 
• Current driver's license and clean driving record

 Compensation

• Base salary plus commission 
• Health Care Plan
  
• Phone Stipend
• 144 hours of PTO annually, which includes the week between Xmas and New Years as paid holiday time off 
• Simple IRA - 3% match after a year of employment