Showroom Consultant - PT

Mahlanders Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Mahlanders Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Showroom Consultant in the United States who is passionate about providing an exceptional customer experience. You'll be the first point of contact for customers, helping them with lighting and decor choices while maintaining a beautiful showroom. Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude, retail experience, and a keen eye for design. The role involves occasional manual labor, including lifting and utilizing a ladder. Compensation is $18.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and be warm and friendly.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Knowledgeable in or willing to learn the Windward database program.

Responsibilities

• Help customers assess needs and show products.
• Maintain the showroom and assist with lamp repairs.
• Collaborate with the team to maximize sales.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales experience

Interior design knowledge

Education

Interior design education

Job description

SHOWROOM CONSULTANT

We are looking for a Part‑Time Showroom Consultant. Someone who wants a fun job that they can enjoy helping our retail walk‑in customers to have a wonderful experience in our showroom!

The Showroom Consultants give the first impression and are the first to help our customers. They are warm and welcoming when they greet customers, help to assess needs, show lighting and decor product, answer questions, and are first to answer phone calls and help customers with lamp repairs. They are responsible for maintaining a beautiful showroom.

Our showroom consultants have an eye for design and an appreciation for different aesthetic styles. They help customers find items they love, are eager to learn about our products, show the features, and know the specifications for their uses. They know how to blend options with the styles our customers want.

Some manual labor is expected. Using a ladder, taking fixtures down, and boxing for delivery, along with assembling new fixtures for display is required in this position. Applicant must be able to use a ladder and lift up to 25 lbs.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Possesses a 'can‑do' positive attitude
• Warm and friendly
• Has retail store and display staging experience
• Desire to maximize sales by providing options that fit the customers' needs
• Energetic and efficient
• Knowledgeable of, or able to learn, the Windward database program and website
• Capable of following orders through from start to delivery, ensuring order is complete and handling issues as they arise
• Someone who looks to grow in design expertise and within the company

Job Requirements

• Part‑time hours from 20‑25 hours per week
• Shifts will vary from 4 hours to full day at 10 hours
• Ability to work minimum of 3 Saturdays per month and Monday evenings occasionally
• Interior design education preferred
• Sales experience preferred but not required
• An eye for interior design and appreciation for many aesthetic styles
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Be a collaborative, team player
• Occasional travel to off‑site events such as local home show and industry functions, training, and other events
• Basic computer skills required
• Design & update the sales floor layout and sales displays routinely
• Responsible for maintaining a tidy and clean showroom
• Represent the company at industry and community events
• Lift over 25 lbs

Wage & Compensation

Wage is $18.00 per hour.