Travel: 50%
Relocation: Available for the right candidate
Employment Type: Full-time
Sponsorship: Not available
<>About the Company</>
A leading provider of high-quality upholstery and mattress fabrics, the company is known for its innovative designs and in-house yarn extrusion process. With a strong market presence, they are looking for a talented Sales Specialist to expand their upholstery division.
<>Role Overview</>
As a Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, developing relationships, and increasing market share within your designated region. This role requires a proactive approach to customer engagement, identifying new business opportunities, and representing the company at trade shows and industry events.
<>Key Responsibilities</>
- Serve as the main contact for customer accounts, overseeing communication, sales strategies, and relationship management.
- Expand the company s presence within the assigned territory by securing new business and strengthening existing client partnerships.
- Promote and sell upholstery and textile products, ensuring seasonal and annual growth.
- Analyze industry trends, track competition, and identify emerging market opportunities.
- Provide excellent customer service by understanding client needs and offering tailored solutions.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including Sales Directors, the CEO of Sales, and Fabric Designers, to align sales strategies with product development.
- Play a strategic role in business growth, managing expenses, and developing sales plans.
- Represent the company at trade shows and networking events to strengthen industry connections.
- Travel as needed (50%) while maintaining a flexible remote work schedule.
<>Qualifications & Skills Required</>
- Education: Bachelor s degree in Business, Marketing, Textiles, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: At least 2 years of B2B sales and/or marketing experience in retail or specialty products.
- Industry Knowledge: Background in upholstery, home goods, luxury products, furniture, or textiles is a strong advantage.
- Sales & Relationship Building: Strong ability to develop client relationships and drive sales growth.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify market opportunities and develop effective sales strategies.
- Communication & Negotiation: Excellent interpersonal skills to persuade and build trust with customers.
- Motivated & Goal-Oriented: Capable of working independently to achieve sales targets.
- Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Lusha, ZoomInfo).
- Physical Requirement: Ability to lift and carry sample bags up to 70 lbs.
<>Why Join Us?</>
- Be part of a growing and innovative company with a strong market reputation.
- Work in a dynamic, high-impact sales role with significant career growth potential.
- Opportunity to build valuable industry connections through travel and networking events.
- Collaborative and supportive work culture.
Travel: 50%
Relocation: Available for the right candidate
Employment Type: Full-time
Sponsorship: Not available
<>About the Company</>
A leading provider of high-quality upholstery and mattress fabrics, the company is known for its innovative designs and in-house yarn extrusion process. With a strong market presence, they are looking for a talented Sales Specialist to expand their upholstery division.
<>Role Overview</>
As a Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, developing relationships, and increasing market share within your designated region. This role requires a proactive approach to customer engagement, identifying new business opportunities, and representing the company at trade shows and industry events.
<>Key Responsibilities</>
- Serve as the main contact for customer accounts, overseeing communication, sales strategies, and relationship management.
- Expand the company s presence within the assigned territory by securing new business and strengthening existing client partnerships.
- Promote and sell upholstery and textile products, ensuring seasonal and annual growth.
- Analyze industry trends, track competition, and identify emerging market opportunities.
- Provide excellent customer service by understanding client needs and offering tailored solutions.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including Sales Directors, the CEO of Sales, and Fabric Designers, to align sales strategies with product development.
- Play a strategic role in business growth, managing expenses, and developing sales plans.
- Represent the company at trade shows and networking events to strengthen industry connections.
- Travel as needed (50%) while maintaining a flexible remote work schedule.
<>Qualifications & Skills Required</>
- Education: Bachelor s degree in Business, Marketing, Textiles, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: At least 2 years of B2B sales and/or marketing experience in retail or specialty products.
- Industry Knowledge: Background in upholstery, home goods, luxury products, furniture, or textiles is a strong advantage.
- Sales & Relationship Building: Strong ability to develop client relationships and drive sales growth.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify market opportunities and develop effective sales strategies.
- Communication & Negotiation: Excellent interpersonal skills to persuade and build trust with customers.
- Motivated & Goal-Oriented: Capable of working independently to achieve sales targets.
- Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Lusha, ZoomInfo).
- Physical Requirement: Ability to lift and carry sample bags up to 70 lbs.
<>Why Join Us?</>
- Be part of a growing and innovative company with a strong market reputation.
- Work in a dynamic, high-impact sales role with significant career growth potential.
- Opportunity to build valuable industry connections through travel and networking events.
- Collaborative and supportive work culture.