District Leader - KI Chicago Sales

KI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness program

Product discounts

Education support

Life & disability coverage

Job summary

KI is seeking a District Leader to head the Chicago district from our Inspiration Center in Fulton Market. You will coach, mentor and develop the sales and administrative team, shaping strategic plans to drive performance and market coverage.

The ideal candidate will live in the greater Chicago area with the ability to work on site at the Fulton Market location, leading staff and coordinating with corporate teams to meet budgets and growth goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of sales experience.
• 2-5 years of sales management experience.
• Like industry experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach staff to enhance personal effectiveness and territory management.
• Create monthly coaching plans and quarterly action plans to meet sales goals.
• Conduct field visits and support customer call planning.
• Deliver ongoing training and skill development for all team members.
• Develop and execute the district's annual business plan, including staffing and financial goals.
• Identify key accounts and set sales objectives.
• Forecast monthly business and manage budgets for samples and direct expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Strategic planning

Sales management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.

Job Overview

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for coaching, strategy, and driving sales performance? KI is seeking a District Leader who will lead, coach, mentor and develop the district sales and administrative support team in Chicago. The ideal candidate will live in the greater Chicago area and have the ability to work from our KI Inspiration Center in Chicago's Fulton Market.

Coaching & Development

• Mentor and coach staff to enhance personal effectiveness and territory management
• Create monthly coaching plans and quarterly action plans to meet sales goals
• Conduct field visits and support customer call planning
• Deliver ongoing training and skill development for all team members

Strategic & Operational Planning

• Develop and execute the district's annual business plan, including staffing and financial goals
• Identify key accounts and set sales objectives
• Optimize market coverage through strategic staffing plans
• Manage showroom presentation plans and ensure alignment with brand strategy
• Forecast monthly business and manage budgets for samples and direct expenses

Administrative Leadership

• Foster engagement with key industry groups
• Lead regular team meetings to ensure alignment and performance
• Manage corporate policy implementation and compliance
• Oversee recruitment onboarding and performance management
• Collaborate with Corporate departments to support field initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of sales experience
• 2-5 years of sales management experience
• Like industry experience desirable

What KI Offers You

• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - be a part-owner of the company!
• Health & Wellness: Competitive Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Future Planning: 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Time Off: Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement programs
• Discounts: Special pricing on company products
• Education: Support for degree programs and certifications
• Full Benefits: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.