Design-Driven Trade Account Executive

Ernesta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernesta in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Retail Trade Account Executive to grow our local trade business with interior designers, architects, and other partners. You will own a portfolio, win new accounts, nurture existing relationships, and spend 20–30% of your month in the trade community while collaborating with the showroom team.

This entrepreneurial sales role rewards design-minded, organized self-starters who can manage multiple timelines, deliver excellent service, and travel

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience in interior design, home furnishings, or design sales.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and accounts.
• Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and growth-oriented.
• Sales-focused with proven ability to meet targets.
• Highly organized with solid time management and follow-through.
• Experienced in prospecting and developing new business.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and consultative selling skills.
• Comfortable juggling multiple accounts and timelines.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and digital sales workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow Ernesta’s local trade business.
• Own a portfolio of trade accounts; drive repeat projects and revenue.
• Identify, prospect, and acquire new trade accounts.
• Activate new accounts and support active projects.
• Spend 20–30% of time meeting the trade community.
• Understand partner needs and provide personalized support.
• Deliver product and design expertise across materials and services.
• Provide consultative sales experiences.
• Maintain organized pipeline with next steps and timelines.
• Collaborate with showroom team and host events.

Skills

1-2+ years exp

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Sales mindset

Time management

Prospecting

Communication skills

Consultative selling

Problem solving

Account management

CRM / digital tools

Travel locally

Flexible retail schedule

Education

BA or related design field

Job description

Ernesta in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Retail Trade Account Executive to grow our local trade business with interior designers, architects, and other partners. You will own a portfolio, win new accounts, nurture existing relationships, and spend 20–30% of your month in the trade community while collaborating with the showroom team.

This entrepreneurial sales role rewards design-minded, organized self-starters who can manage multiple timelines, deliver excellent service, and travel