The Seattle, WA sales position is responsible for sales of J+J Flooring Group branded commercial flooring product line and other sales-related activities within the assigned geographical territory. Primary customer contacts include commercial interior designers and architects (A&D), flooring contractors/flooring product dealers (Dealers) and corporate clients including health care, education, government, religious (End Users). The total cash compensation (base salary plus commission opportunity) for this position ranges from $90k to $150k annually and is dependent on candidate's sales performance and industry experience.
Experience/Education Requirements:
- Three to five years of experience in commercial interior (walls, furniture, etc.) and/or flooring outside sales and evidence of sustained effectiveness and success is strongly preferred.
- Experience working with interior and architectural community within the previous 12 months within the designated geography is strongly preferred.
- A college degree is preferred.
Other Requirements:
- Intense drive to achieve sales metrics/forecast. Natural inclination to evaluate and achieve sales to meet the territory budget with the same level of ability to form and cultivate relationships with the customer base.
- Ability to work evenings on occasion to entertain customers (desire for this to occur 3-5 times per month)
- Effective communication with various levels of diverse individuals (education, background, experience in industry, etc.)
- Strong sense of urgency and work ethic including follow up and follow through with both internal departments and external customer base
- Dedication to the full-time role, able to work 40+ hours per week with presence in sales field five days per week
- Strong ability to solve problems without hesitation and with solid empathetic delivery Some overnight travel is expected.
- Strong organization skills and ability to manage multiple projects details.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Lifting of architect folders and flooring product samples is frequently required with the possibility of weights up to 25 lbs.
- Some pushing and pulling may be required to move samples and supplies.
- Must be able to drive and/or ride in a vehicle for extended periods of time.
- Must live within an approximate 30-mile radius of Seattle.