Showroom Sales Associate

Are you passionate about design? Does the thought of being part of exciting design projects excite you? Eager to launch a challenging yet rewarding career in the design industry? If so, we have a brilliant career opportunity for you as a Showroom Sales Associate in our spectacular Vancouver showroom.This full-time position will provide you with the opportunity to leverage your design and/or lighting background as you work with Vancouver's design professionals and our retail clientele, helping them light their residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. As a natural people-person, you will develop and maintain strong working relationships with showroom visitors as you help them realize their vision for a space. Your goal will be to become their trusted lighting advisor.Your typical day will see you:Welcoming showroom visitors and learning about the reason behind their visitHelping people select and review products best suited to their project needsCommunicating product features and benefits in an engaging mannerDeveloping clear and effective written proposals and quotationsConnecting and following up with customers through email, telephone, and in-person interactionsProviding our Customer Service team with necessary information to resolve any product or delivery issuesEnsuring showroom appearance is maintained by upholding merchandising, cleanliness, and organizational standardsParticipating in Product Knowledge sessions with our vendorsParticipating in showroom events as neededYou will succeed in this role if you:Are a natural people person and love working with peopleHave a keen eye for design and feel comfortable advising peopleAre a fast learner and do your homework about the products you're sellingAre organized, punctual, reliable, and take pride in your workAre a positive team player and love a challengeKeep abreast of product applications, technical services, and competitive activitiesParticipate whenever possible in industry events and activities, educational opportunitiesConsistently meet or exceed monthly sales targetsOur ideal candidate will have the following skills and experiences:Two years minimum experience in retail sales relevant to the design industry e.g., lighting, furniture, accessoriesA post-secondary degree/certificate in Interior Architecture/Design and/or Lighting Design or relatedPractical work experience and an ability to demonstrate a high level of lighting and lighting industry knowledge is also acceptableAptitude for problem-solving; ability to determine solutions for customersDetail-oriented with a strong ability to assess and work with complex dataExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficient in using Microsoft Office Suite applications and contact management softwareYou will be supported by our Regional Sales Manager, our Marketing Team, and our Accounting and Operations Teams.If you are serious about a career in the design industry, you will find that LightForm offers a rare opportunity for career advancement while working with experienced design professionals to create beautiful spaces.A full benefits package is offered to all full-time employees. Compensation and commission rates are based on experience.About LightFormLightForm is a team of design-driven sales and support staff who help Canada's interior design and architecture professionals light their residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. We are the Canadian partner for more than 75 top modern lighting manufacturers from Europe and North America, and our clients include some of the country's most innovative and exciting design and architecture firms. Our showrooms in Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Calgary showcase some of the most unique, exclusive, and iconic collections of modern architectural and decorative lighting from around the world and serve as an exciting event space for designer visits, parties, and educational sessions. #J-18808-Ljbffr