Strategic Contract Sales Executive - Interiors

MillerKnoll; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Prescription Drug

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Dependent Day Care Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

MillerKnoll is seeking a Contract Sales Representative in New York to lead contract, hospitality, and large-scale commercial design projects. You will guide product selection, manage the sales lifecycle, and ensure a seamless experience from concept through order completion.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with design firms, specifiers, and purchasing agents, with a focus on timely quotes, design alignment, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales experience focused on contract, hospitality, or commercial interior design projects
• Strong understanding of contract project workflows, purchasing requirements, and specification processes
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; CRM experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Contract Client Relationship Development: Build, nurture, and expand strong relationships with contract and hospitality design firms, specifiers, and purchasing agents
• Identify and pursue new contract client opportunities within the assigned territory
• Presentations & Market Engagement: Maintain a full, strategic calendar of client appointments, including showroom presentations and in-office visits
• Represent the brand at industry events, trade shows, and vendor meetings as appropriate
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Contract Support, Customer Service, and internal operations teams to ensure smooth order execution
• Territory & Business Management: Meet or exceed contract sales goals; maintain records and project tracking
• Product Knowledge & Expertise: Develop and maintain expert knowledge of all product categories, including construction, performance standards, customization, and maintenance

Skills

Sales experience

Contract interiors

Relationship building

Communication skills

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

ERP/ordering platforms

Job description

MillerKnoll is seeking a Contract Sales Representative in New York to lead contract, hospitality, and large-scale commercial design projects. You will guide product selection, manage the sales lifecycle, and ensure a seamless experience from concept through order completion.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with design firms, specifiers, and purchasing agents, with a focus on timely quotes, design alignment, and accurate documentation.