Interior Design Sales Professional - Cleveland, OH

About the position Responsibilities • Create design solutions that align with customer preferences and budgets. • Sell Ethan Allen's products and services effectively. • Represent the Ethan Allen brand in all customer interactions, both in-store and during home consultations. • Utilize grassroots marketing and social media platforms to grow the business. • Educate customers about the complimentary design services offered by Ethan Allen. • Stay updated on design and color trends to provide fashionable solutions. • Coordinate with the team to ensure exceptional customer service before and after sales. • Participate in corporate marketing and training programs as required. • Inform customers about available financing options through Ethan Allen. • Contribute to the design center's portfolio development and maintenance. • Utilize corporate systems and technology for project design and customer service efficiency. • Enter orders using the retail point of sale system. • Maintain a neat and orderly design center environment. • Collaborate with the Design Center Leader and team to develop and monitor business and marketing plans. • Use technology like 3-D Room Planner and CRM to enhance project volume and client relationships. • Leverage social media to enhance personal and brand presence. Requirements • Proven experience in interior design or a related field. • Strong sales skills with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to create individualized design solutions based on customer needs. • Familiarity with social media and digital marketing strategies. • Knowledge of current design and color trends. • Proficiency in using design software and retail point of sale systems. Nice-to-haves • Experience with grassroots marketing strategies. • Familiarity with 3-D Room Planner and CRM tools. • Previous experience in a customer service-oriented role. Benefits • Incentive-based compensation plan with commissions. • Opportunities for professional development and training.