Vice President

Vivant Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivant Consultants in Chicago, IL seeks a Vice President — Commercial Furniture Dealership to lead growth, sales, client relationships, and operational performance. This role sits on the executive team and guides business strategy to drive revenue and profitability.

Responsibilities include developing growth initiatives, managing major accounts, and mentoring a high-performing team. You will partner with leaders across design, project management, and operations to expand market share in the

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in related industries.
• Proven revenue growth and business development track record.
• Strong relationships in the Chicago market.
• Experience leading sales and cross-functional teams.
• Strong financial, strategic, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with hands-on leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to drive revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Lead sales and business development, including key accounts.
• Build relationships with corporate clients, architects, designers, brokers.
• Oversee collaboration across sales, design, project management, operations, and installation.
• Establish sales goals, forecasting, KPIs, and accountability.
• Identify new markets, partnerships, and growth opportunities.
• Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams.
• Represent the company within the Chicago business and design communities.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial planning and budgeting.

Skills

Leadership

Sales leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Vice President — Commercial Furniture Dealership

Location: Chicago, IL

Reports to: President / CEO

Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Vice President to lead growth, sales, client relationships, and operational performance for a leading commercial furniture dealership in Chicago.

The VP will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for developing business strategy, driving revenue and profitability, strengthening strategic partnerships, and leading a high-performing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to drive revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Lead sales and business development efforts, including key accounts and major opportunities.
• Build relationships with corporate clients, architects, designers, brokers, manufacturers, and commercial real estate professionals.
• Oversee collaboration across sales, design, project management, operations, and installation.
• Establish sales goals, forecasting, KPIs, and performance accountability.
• Identify new markets, partnerships, and growth opportunities.
• Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing teams.
• Represent the company within the Chicago business and design communities.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial planning, budgeting, and long-term strategy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in commercial furniture, workplace solutions, commercial real estate, architecture/design, or a related industry.
• Proven track record of revenue growth and business development.
• Strong industry relationships in the Chicago market preferred.
• Experience leading sales and cross-functional teams.
• Strong financial, strategic, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to leadership.