Company
Our client is one of Australia's leading destinations for contemporary rugs, carpets, textiles & interior finishes with a distinctive style and quality.

Established decades ago, they have a genuine passion for handmade rugs and are proud to be working alongside artisans and weaving workshops from around the world with a focus on ethical craftsmanship & sustainability.

Role
This full time role is suitable for someone looking to build and establish their career with a high-end brand in the interior design industry.

Reporting to the Director, the Sales & Design Consultant will help service the industry’s Tier 1 leading interior designers, architects and stylists as well as their high end retail clientele.

A passion for interiors and strong administrative skills are required to work with our client in the showroom on wide-ranging residential and commercial projects.

Our client will provide full product training, ongoing support and career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Working directly with designers / architects / retail clients in our clients showroom to specify their broad range of rug, carpet & textile options - including custom work
• Looking after all walk ins and pre-arranged bookings
• Responding to client requests by email and phone from initial enquiry to final delivery
• Issuing quotes/product specs to clients and carpet tender responses to builders
• Liaising directly with sub-contractors to coordinate deliveries and carpet installations
• Assisting with the overall day to day running of the showroom to ensure it's perfectly displayed
• Ensuring sample libraries are up to date
• Working at trade fairs and other events to represent and promote our clients brand
• Networking with the A&D community across Australia

Skills & Experience

• Previous sales experience in high-end retail / design industry is highly desirable but not essential
• Resourcefulness with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
• Strong attention to detail with the capability to multi-task, problem solve and effectively achieve team objectives
• Strong administrative and organisational skills including high level computer literacy
• Experience in the day-to-day operations of a retail business or in another fast-paced environment
• Experience or education in the design industry
• Experience working with architectural plans

In return, our client can offer you an above market remuneration package, longer term career move and an opportunity to grow your career within the design industry.

Salary on offer is $75,000 - $85,000 Base + Super + Bonuses + Incentives

Please do not delay and apply today! Interviews will commence ASAP, this position is available immediately.

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