Design and Sales Assistant

Luminaire; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design showroom is seeking a Sales Assistant in San Francisco. This role involves supporting the sales and management team, maintaining showroom operations, and ensuring a high level of customer service. Ideal candidates should have a background in interior design or architecture and retail experience. Competitive salary offered with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in retail sales or customer service.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all parties.
• Creativity and resourcefulness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with showroom operations and maintain a welcoming atmosphere.
• Support sales team by creating quotes and ordering samples.
• Build relationships with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Exceptional customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Proficiency with Outlook and Office

Education

Studies in interior design or architecture

Job description

Responsibilities

• This role provides exposure to various aspects of the Showroom Activities: sales, operations, inventory management, interior and graphic design while providing support to the Sales and Management team.
• As a Sales Assistant, you will work closely with the Sales team and help provide an exceptional client experience. This begins by following the guidelines of the Luminaire Standards from serving coffee to creating graphic presentations in ppt and includes greeting clients and welcoming them to the showroom.
• You will assist with sales support by creating quotes and ordering samples with our vendors, as needed.
• You will assist with maintaining the operations of the showroom by ordering, organizing, and maintaining fabric swatch samples, catalogs, and pricelists, as well as office supplies. Tag all furniture on the sales floor and ensure accurate vendor information and pricing.
• You will build strong working relationships with fellow associates. Attend sales meetings and participate in product trainings.
• Maintain all sales operations tasks and ensure timely follow-up regarding specific inquiries and issues.
• Maintain the appearance of the showroom and product by complying with Luminaire visual merchandising standards and directives.

Qualifications

• Studies in interior design or architecture are preferred
• Retail sales experience or customer service experience preferred
• Able to communicate with internal and external parties both verbally and in writing
• Attention to detail, resourcefulness and creativity is a must
• Exceptional customer service skills - always willing to "go the extra mile"
• Team player: cooperative, builds relationships easily and support of peers, and encourages collaboration
• Proficiency with Outlook and Office a must

About the Company

Luminaire has been a pioneering force in the design world since 1974, during which time it has reshaped the idea of what a design store can be. It is a resource focused on creating environments that affect people’s lives. The component parts of this unifying philosophy – the necessity of design education, the desire for limitless inspiration and the requirement for impeccably detailed execution – affect every item in our collection and reflect our dedication to make good design accessible to all. With locations in the Miami Design District, Coral Gables, Florida, Chicago, Illinois, West Hollywood, CA and San Francisco, CA.