A&D Sales Representative / Architectuur- En Ontwerpsales - Luxury Wallcoverings

Irving Knight Group; Netherlands (MO); On-site; USD 75,370 - 86,966; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Cost of Living increase

Competitive Vacation days

Exclusive employee discounts

Access to discounts on travel and entertainment

Job summary

A leading wallcoverings manufacturer is seeking a Sales Representative for the Netherlands, ideally based in Amsterdam. Responsibilities include building client relationships with interior designers, achieving sales targets, and enhancing brand presence in the design community. Required qualifications include interior design product sales experience, fluency in English and Dutch, and the ability to travel across the territory. The compensation package includes a competitive salary, sales commission, and various benefits including vacation and discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have interior design product sales experience in the Netherlands with existing A&D network.
• Ability to travel across the Netherlands as required.
• Proven ability to build trust and influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with top interior designers.
• Meet and exceed sales targets by managing client portfolios.
• Conduct client appointments and project shops weekly.

Skills

Interior design product sales experience

Business development mindset

Exceptional communication skills

Tech-savvy

Fluency in English and Dutch

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

Covering: Netherlands (ideally based Amsterdam)

Package: €65,000 - €75,000 + quarterly sales commission + annual company bonus +Company Car Lease/ Car Allowance

Other benefits:

• Annual Cost of Living increase that honor your growth and commitment.
• Competitive Vacation days, with additional paid personal days each year to relax, recharge, or travel, additional paid time off during our annual company closure between Christmas and New Year’s, as well as up to three paid days each year to give back through volunteer work.
• Exclusive employee discount on company wallcoverings to elevate your home
• Access to Working Advantage with discounts on travel, entertainment, and everyday purchases

Responsibilities :

• Be the face of international manufacturer of natural, textured and specialty wallcoverings across the Netherlands design community, building and nurturing relationships with top interior designers and trade professionals.
• Contribute directly to our growth goals, deliver exceptional service, and bring our brand to life across the Netherlands territory.
• Meet and exceed sales targets by actively managing a portfolio of clients and identifying new business opportunities.
• Conduct 12+ client appointments and 15+ project shops weekly to maintain strong relationships and promote our latest collections.
• Identify and onboard new residential and commercial interior designers, opening 50+ new accounts annually.
• Use platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn to share the brand and engage with the design community.
• Ensure clients are up to date with our latest product offerings and maintain their sample libraries.
• Track and manage project opportunities in our CRM, coordinate with Customer Experience, and follow up on open quotes and sample requests.
• Work closely with Marketing, Logistics, and Customer Service teams to ensure seamless client experiences.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and host client engagements such as lunch & learns and happy hours.
• Keep up with industry trends, competitor activity, and market conditions to inform your sales strategy.
• Submit weekly and monthly reports on client visits, pipeline activity, and performance metrics.
• Promote brand at local design schools and within the broader design community
• Structured onboarding with clear 30, 60, and 90-day milestones and continued training for long-term success

Requirements:

• Must have interior design product sales experience in the Netherlands with existing A&D network
• Business development mindset—you’re energized by finding and developing new relationships
• Must have the ability to travel across the Netherlands
• Full professional fluency in English and Dutch
• Proven ability to build trust and influence at all levels
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational habits and comfort working independently
• Tech-savvy with working knowledge of CRM and ERP systems