ABOUT THE SHADE STORE

At The Shade Store, we have handcrafted the finest Shades, Blinds and Drapery for 75 years. We believe designing beautiful custom window treatments should be an effortless experience, so we offer outstanding services to help our customers every step of the way, from inspiration to installation.

WHY WORK AT THE SHADE STORE

We set out to create a company culture that is enjoyable, rewarding, and where there is continuous upward mobility and growth opportunity. If you work hard, give the company your all, use good judgment, and have a positive attitude – then the sky is the limit. In return, there are numerous perks and benefits including:

Competitive compensation
Monthly monetary incentive programs based on performance
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
PTO with additional 6 paid Holidays
401k Available and we match up to 4% of your contributions
$100k Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Coverage provided at no charge

THE POSITION: Luxury Showroom Design Consultant

Help us carry on a third-generation family run company, built on customer service
Bring your years of professional interior design and/or luxury retail experience to a brand that’s expanding nationally
Combine your love of home décor and luxury products with your selling skills in an inclusive team environment
Be proud to work for a company that manufactures its products right here in the USA
Communicate differentiating qualities for custom products
Enjoy the autonomy and accountability of being an entrepreneur
Embrace change and flexibility, as well as facilitate it
Go the extra mile every time to surprise and delight customers
Flexible and can work a schedule that includes weekend hours
Appreciate the investment you are making in this company and in return, our investment in you

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Offer design wisdom and inspiration, both in person and via video consultations, while helping customers select the perfect window treatments for their home
Speak comfortably about the functional and stylistic benefits of each of our custom products
Manage customer projects and drive sales through consistent follow up and use of CRM system
Co-manage and run the day-to-day operations of the showroom
Identify outreach opportunities, including marketing to local interior designers, architects and general contractors
Host and attend local design events with support from The Shade Store headquarters
Cultivate and promote The Shade Store tradition of a professional and positive family atmosphere
Participate in ongoing product/technology training, as well as weekly business meetings

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Positive and friendly demeanor toward every customer and colleague
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Awareness of and interest in the design, home décor and/or luxury industry
An obsession with creating an elevated client experience
Demonstrated skillset in project management and providing an elevated client experience
Excellent PC computer skills: position requires frequent use of Outlook for email/calendar and Teams for video communication, experience with CRM systems like Salesforce, NetSuite or similar is preferred but not required
Self-starter, quick learner, team player
Three to five years of experience in either retail, design, sales or customer service

THE SHADE STORE offer is contingent upon:

Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States for The Shade Store, which will be confirmed by E-Verify within three business days of your hire date

The Shade Store provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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