Outside Sales & Design Consultant: Custom Space Solutions

The Container Store; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 8-week paid training program

Base draw of $35,000

Opportunity to earn upwards of $120,00

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Container Store in Nashville is seeking an Outside Sales & Design Consultant to design and sell custom spaces for homes and select business environments by appointment. This full-time role combines design, sales, and exceptional customer service to deliver organized, functional solutions.

You will manage projects from in-home consultation through installation, build repeat business, and develop B2B relationships with designers, builders, and property managers, earning a strong base plus

Qualifications

• College degree preferred with 2-5 years of outside sales experience preferred; custom spaces or closets experience preferred.
• Self-starter who is organized, creative, solutions-oriented, and able to manage time, appointments, and projects efficiently in a white glove customer service space.
• Knowledge of design principles and trends in custom spaces, interior design, fashion, and retail industries.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Meets or exceeds sales goals, conversions, and positive customer surveys by inspiring, designing, and confidently selling complete, functional, and aesthetically appealing solutions for residential, business, and trade clients across all applicable spaces
• Ability to establish trust, rapport, and understand customer needs to design and present projects and customized plans in a clear and professional manner
• Accountable for managing and maintaining multiple, simultaneous customer projects with a high level of detail, accuracy, timely follow-up, and consistent, concise communication
• Develops clientele and new leads through ongoing customer relationships, networking, referrals, and professional partnerships
• Builds relationships within the local community by connecting with interior designers, home builders, realtors, property managers, senior living professionals, and other business partners
• Identifies, develops, and manages small to mid-sized B2B and trade opportunities, including multi-unit, repeat, or phased projects
• Arrives promptly to all scheduled appointments and work assignments, and attends installations as needed to ensure a positive customer experience and identify referral opportunities
• Maintains discretion related to all confidential and sensitive company and customer information

Skills

Outside sales

Design consultation

Customer service

Lead generation

Networking

Education

College degree

Tools

Salesforce

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Container Store in Nashville is seeking an Outside Sales & Design Consultant to design and sell custom spaces for homes and select business environments by appointment. This full-time role combines design, sales, and exceptional customer service to deliver organized, functional solutions.

You will manage projects from in-home consultation through installation, build repeat business, and develop B2B relationships with designers, builders, and property managers, earning a strong base plus